English-English Dictionary

Meaning of the word scuttle in English

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

scuttle

US /ˈskʌt̬.əl/
UK /ˈskʌt̬.əl/
"scuttle" picture

Noun

1.

a metal container with a sloping hinged lid and a handle, used to fetch and store coal for a domestic fire

Example:
•
He carried the coal scuttle to the fireplace.
•
The old house still had a coal scuttle next to the hearth.

Verb

1.

run with short, quick steps

Example:
•
The mouse scuttled across the floor.
•
The crab scuttled sideways into its hole.
Synonym:
scurryscampertrotdashbolt
2.

deliberately sink (one's own ship)

Example:
•
The crew decided to scuttle the ship to prevent it from falling into enemy hands.
•
They had to scuttle the old vessel as it was no longer seaworthy.
Synonym:
sinkdestroyabandonwrecksabotage
Learn This Word at Lingoland