Related forms
cur·like, adjective
Synonyms
2. blackguard, cad, heel.
2. blackguard, cad, heel.
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| a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc. |
| an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance. |
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World English Dictionary
cur (kɜː) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | any vicious dog, esp a mongrel |
| 2. | a despicable or cowardly person |
| [C13: shortened from kurdogge; probably related to Old Norse kurra to growl] | |
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Word Origin & History
cur
early 13c., curre, earlier kurdogge, probably from O.N. kurra or M.L.G. korren both echoic, both meaning "to growl."
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Abbreviations & Acronyms
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Example sentences
Yet you'll never doubt that this overgrown pixie is about as trustworthy as a rabid cur.
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