low-down Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun slang terms for inside information
   dope; the skinny; poop.
   
   • is that the straight dope?
2. adjective satellite of the most contemptible kind
   scurvy; scummy; low; abject; miserable.
   
   • abject cowardice
   • a low stunt to pull
   • a low-down sneak
   • his miserable treatment of his family
   • You miserable skunk!
   • a scummy rabble
   • a scurvy trick
3. adjective satellite (of jazz) having the soulful feeling of early blues
   funky.
   

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