concept   cur
culture   English-speaking countries
statement   The term "cur" is an old-fashioned and uncommon derogatory term in English-speaking countries used for a mixed-breed dog or rarely for a despicable person.
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1 cur American English In American English, 'cur' is a rarely used term that can refer to a cowardly or despicable person. 1
2 cur American English Alternative form for 'ker', as in 'kerchief' 1
3 cur British English In British English, 'cur' is an old-fashioned derogatory term for a mixed-breed or mongrel dog. 1
4 cur British English Derogatory term for a mongrel dog 1
5 cur English-speaking countries In English-speaking countries, 'cur' is an uncommon term and may be unfamiliar to many people. 1