Scramble

Scramble

SKRAM-bul ˈskrambəl
Verb

Go away.

Example Sentences

"Better scramble before he comes back."
"Time to scramble."

Etymology & History

Scottish slang meaning to leave quickly or tell someone to go away. Also refers to tradition of throwing coins at Scottish weddings for children to scramble for.

Word Details

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Region
Scotland
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Era
1900s
Language
none
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Formality
informal

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