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pond scum

 

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Noun pond scum has 1 sense
  1. pond scum - free-floating freshwater green algae
    --1 is a kind of
    green algae, chlorophyte
    --1 is a member of Zygnemataceae, family Zygnemataceae

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Pond Scum

Definition:

Pond scum refers to the green or slimy accumulation of microscopic plants known as algae on the surface of still water bodies, such as ponds or stagnant pools. It's commonly used as a colloquial and derogatory term to describe something or someone of low value or quality.

Examples:

As a noun:

  1. The pond scum covered the entire surface of the neglected swimming pool.
  2. Researchers are studying the ecological impact of different species of pond scum.

As an adjective:

  1. The pond scum plants provide a habitat for various insects and microorganisms.
  2. His pond scum behavior made him unpopular among his peers.

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