undrossy

dross·y

[draw-see, dros-ee]
adjective, dross·i·er, dross·i·est.
1.
containing dross.
2.
resembling dross; worthless.

Origin:
1400–50; late Middle English; see dross, -y1

dross·i·ness, noun
un·dross·y, adjective
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dross (drɒs) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
1.  the scum formed, usually by oxidation, on the surfaces of molten metals
2.  worthless matter; waste
 
[Old English drōs dregs; related to Old High German truosana]
 
'drossy
 
adj
 
'drossiness
 
n

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Undrossy is always a great word to know.
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a fool or simpleton; ninny.
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
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