What does SCRAP mean?

Scrap Part of Speech

Noun, verb

Definitions

1. (Noun) A small piece or amount of something, especially one that is left over after the greater part has been used. Example: "She threw the scrap of paper in the trash."

2. (Verb) To discard or get rid of something. Example: "He decided to scrap the old car."

Pronunciations

US: /skræp/

UK: /skrap/

Origin and Usage

The word "scrap" originated from the Old Norse word "skrap" which means "a piece cut off." It has been used in the English language since the 14th century. The word is commonly used to refer to a small piece or amount of something, especially one that is left over after the greater part has been used. It can also be used as a verb to mean to discard or get rid of something.

Synonyms

1. (Noun) Remnant, fragment, bit, piece, shred.

2. (Verb) Abandon, discard, jettison, dump, dispose of.

Related Words

1. Crisp

2. Grasp

3. Strap

4. Scuba

5. Scrap

Example Sentences

1. She saved every scrap of paper in a box under her bed.

2. The chef used every scrap of meat to make the stew.

3. He decided to scrap the old car and buy a new one.

4. The company decided to scrap the project due to lack of funding.

5. She found a scrap of fabric in the bin and used it to patch her jeans.