Meaning & Definition of word "Scrap"

Scrap

/skræp/

1. A small piece or fragment of something.
- Example: She found a scrap of paper on the floor.
2. Discarded material, particularly metal or paper.
- Example: He took the scrap metal to the recycling center.
3. A small amount of something left over.
- Example: I only have a scrap of fabric left for the project.

1. To discard as worthless or of little value.
- Example: They decided to scrap the old car since it was beyond repair.
2. To remove from consideration or to abandon a plan.
- Example: The company had to scrap its plans for expansion due to financial issues.

Middle English 'scrappe', from Old French 'escrap', meaning fragment or piece.

scrap paper:

Paper that is not needed and can be used for notes or sketches.

scrap the plan:

To abandon or cancel a proposed plan.

scrap iron:

Iron or steel that is waste or discarded as a raw material for recycling.

scrapper:

A person or machine that collects scrap materials.

scrapbooking:

The hobby of decorating a scrapbook with pictures and memorabilia.

Meaning: To engage in a fight.

Example Sentence: The two teams scrapped after the game ended.

Meaning: To abandon a project or idea.

Example Sentence: We're going to scrap that proposal due to budget constraints.