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turd

noun \ ˈtərd \

Definition of turd

1 sometimes vulgar : a piece of fecal matter
2 vulgar : a contemptible person

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Examples of turd in a Sentence

  1. He's an obnoxious little turd.

Origin and Etymology of turd

Middle English tord, turd, from Old English tord; akin to Middle Dutch tort dung and probably to Old English teran to tear — more at 1tear

First Known Use: before 12th century

in the meaning defined at sense 1

TURD Defined for English Language Learners

turd

noun

Definition of turd for English Language Learners

  • : a piece of solid waste passed out of the body

  • : someone who is very unpleasant and not liked

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