noun General Slang

scut

SKUT · noun · informal

A contemptible, useless person; also a rascal

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A contemptible or useless person; can also be a mischievous rascal. 'Scutting' means hitching a dangerous ride on a vehicle.

“Come here, you little scut.”
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scut In A Sentence

Come here, you little scut.

Origin & Usage

From 'scut' (a short tail / worthless thing); long-standing Irish usage.

Variants scutting

People Also Ask

What does 'scut' mean?

It refers to a contemptible or useless person, though it can also be an affectionate term for a mischievous rascal, especially a child.

What does 'scutting' mean?

'Scutting' means hitching a dangerous ride on the back or side of a moving vehicle.

Where does 'scut' come from?

It comes from 'scut', meaning a short tail or a worthless thing, and has long-standing use in Ireland.

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