English Explanatory Dictionary

scrappy

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Consisting of scraps; fragmentary; lacking unity or consistency.
  2. Having an aggressive spirit; inclined to fight or strive.
  3. (Of a fight) characterised by lots of ungainly or wild punches, grabs, wrestling, etc.
  4. (Of a sports match) characterised by awkward or clumsy play.

Pronunciation

/ˈskɹæpi/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-scrappy.wav

Word forms

scrappy scrappier scrappiest

Etymology

From scrap + -y.

Synonyms

disconnected feisty pugnacious

Derived words

scrappily scrappiness
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