First Known Use: 1581
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1suds
noun plural but singular or plural in construction \ˈsədz\
: bubbles that form on top of water that contains soap
Full Definition of SUDS
1
: water impregnated with soap or a synthetic detergent compound and worked up into froth; also : the lather or froth on such water
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Origin of SUDS
probably from Middle Dutch sudse marsh; akin to Old English sēothan to seethe — more at seethe
2suds
verb
Definition of SUDS
transitive verb : to wash in suds
intransitive verb
: to form suds
First Known Use of SUDS
1834
SUDS Defined for Kids
suds
noun plural \ˈsədz\
Definition of SUDS for Kids
1
: soapy water especially when foamy
2
: the foam on soapy water
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