scud

/skʌd/

Definitions

1. noun

a small, dark, often irregular cloud often seen on a sunny day

“The scud clouds hung low over the mountains.”

2. verb

to move or travel in a low, swift, and usually irregular manner

“The boat scudded across the choppy waters.”

3. noun

a shell or other object used as a projectile in a catapult

“The scud of the catapult flew over the castle walls.”

4. noun

a type of explosive shell

“The scud missile was used in the conflict.”

Synonyms

  • cloud
  • fragment
  • shell

Antonyms

  • cyclone
  • storm