"scum of the earth" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} scum of the earth (uncountable)
  1. (informal, derogatory) An undesirable individual; the worst type of person or people. Tags: derogatory, informal, uncountable Categories (topical): People Related terms: salt of the earth

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