Meaning & Definition of word "Scramble"

Scramble

/ˈskræm.bəl/

1. a disordered situation or group of things.
- Example: There was a scramble for the last piece of cake at the party.
2. a race or competition to reach a goal.
- Example: The scramble for the championship title was intense this season.

1. to move quickly and in a disorganized way.
- Example: The kids scrambled to the playground as soon as the school bell rang.
2. to mix up the order or arrangement of something.
- Example: She decided to scramble the cards before dealing them for the game.
3. to make a dish, especially eggs, by stirring or mixing while cooking.
- Example: He scrambled the eggs with some cheese and vegetables for breakfast.

Middle English 'scrambleren', possibly from 'scrambol' meaning 'to scramble or crawl'.

scramble for:

To compete with others to obtain something.

scramble up:

To climb quickly or clumsily.

scrambled eggs:

A dish made by stirring beaten eggs in a hot pan.

climb:

To go up or ascend.

mix:

To combine two or more substances.

Meaning: To hastily prepare or organize.

Example Sentence: I had to scramble a plan after he canceled.

Meaning: To get into a chaotic situation.

Example Sentence: Things got a bit scrambled when the power went out.