Go away.
Scramble
SKRAM-bul
ˈskrambəl
Verb
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
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Language
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Formality
informal
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