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.
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.