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Crap - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Crap is a slang term for nonsense, rubbish, or something of poor quality. It can also refer to feces in informal contexts. The word is often used to express frustration or disappointment.

crap

/kræp/ /kræp/

Definition:

Nonsense or rubbish; also refers to excrement or something of poor quality.

Synonyms:

nonsense, rubbish, garbage, trash, bull

Part of Speech:

noun, verb, interjection

Antonyms:

treasure, excellence

Common Collocations:

talk crap, full of crap, crap out, cut the crap, holy crap

Derivatives:

crappy, crapper

Usage Tips:

Use informally; avoid in formal contexts due to its vulgar connotation.

Common Phrases:

holy crap, cut the crap, don't give me that crap

Etymology:

Originated from Middle Dutch "krappe," meaning chaff or residue; later slang for excrement or nonsense.

Examples:

  • 1. Don’t believe his excuses—it’s all crap!
  • 2. She threw the old papers away because they were just crap.
  • 3. Stop talking crap and tell me the truth!
  • 4. I feel like crap after eating that junk food.

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