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suds

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noun, plural in form but singular or plural in construction \ ˈsədz \

Definition of suds

1 :water impregnated with soap or a synthetic detergent compound and worked up into froth; also :the lather or froth on such water
2 a :foam, froth
b :beer
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sudsless

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Origin and Etymology of suds

probably from Middle Dutch sudse marsh; akin to Old English sēothan to seethe — more at seethe

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suds

verb

Definition of suds

transitive verb
:to wash in suds
intransitive verb
:to form suds

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First Known Use of suds

1834

SUDS Defined for English Language Learners

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Definition of suds for English Language Learners

  • : bubbles that form on top of water that contains soap

SUDS Defined for Kids

suds

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noun plural \ ˈsədz \

Definition of suds for Students

1 :soapy water especially when foamy
2 :the foam on soapy water

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