Scurvy

I имя существительное; [медицина] цинга II прилагательное; [устаревшее] 1) презренный, жалкий Синоним(ы): worthless, contemptible 2) низкий, подлый Синоним(ы): shabby

I. noun Etymology: ²scurvy a disease caused by a lack of vitamin C and characterized by spongy gums, loosening of the teeth, and a bleeding into the skin and mucous membranes II. adjective Etymology: scurf arousing disgust or scorn; contemptible, despicable Example: a scurvy trick Synonyms: see contemptible • scurvily adverb • scurviness noun