Meaning of the word scrapper in English

What does scrapper mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

scrapper

US /ˈskræpər/
UK /ˈskræpər/

Noun

1.

a person who is willing to fight or argue for what they want

Example:
She's a real scrapper, always standing up for herself.
Despite his small size, he was a tough little scrapper on the football field.
2.

a person who collects scrap metal or other discarded materials for recycling

Example:
The old car was sold to a scrapper for parts.
He makes a living as a metal scrapper.