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 /ˈskʌt.əl/

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

Example:

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He carried the coal scuttle to the fireplace.

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The old house still had a coal scuttle next to the hearth.

run with short, quick steps

Example:

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The mouse scuttled across the floor.

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The crab scuttled sideways into its hole.

Synonym:

scurry scamper trot dash bolt

deliberately sink (one's own ship)

Example:

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The crew decided to scuttle the ship to prevent it from falling into enemy hands.

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They had to scuttle the old vessel as it was no longer seaworthy.

Synonym:

sink destroy abandon wreck sabotage