Rancid Definition

rancid
adjective
  1. (used of decomposing oils or fats) having a rank smell or taste usually due to a chemical change or decomposition; "rancid butter"; "rancid bacon"
  2. smelling of fermentation or staleness

"Rancid" in song lyrics

See how rancid is used in real songs:

  • "Why come out when the game is rancid"
    4th Pyramid — War With Orcs
  • "Claimin that they fresh, they spit breath that's rancid"
    The High and Mighty (presents) — E=MC^2
  • "Never settle for standard, not a punk like Rancid"
    Ivan Ives f/ Cappadonna — Honor

Usage tips for "rancid"

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