Escomb

Escomb is a variant spelling of "scum," particularly used historically or in certain dialects. While "scum" generally refers to a layer of dirt, froth, or other impurities that forms on the surface of a liquid, "Escomb" carries the same meaning and connotations of worthlessness, refuse, or the lowest part of society. The use of "Escomb" is significantly less common than "scum" in modern English. Its usage might be encountered in older texts or regional speech.