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scad

noun \ ˈskad \

Definition of scad

plural scad also scads
: any of several carangid fishes (especially of the genus Decapterus)

Origin and Etymology of scad

origin unknown

Other Fishes Terms

char, chum, ichthyology, smelt, tetra, turbot

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scad

noun

Definition of scad

: a large number or quantity —usually used in plural
  • scads of money

Origin and Etymology of scad

probably alteration of English dialect scald a multitude

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