English dictionary

scuttle

/'sk/@/t/-/l/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

container for coal; shaped to permit pouring the coal onto the fire

noun.artifact

Synonyms coal scuttle

Source: WordNet 3.0
an entrance equipped with a hatch; especially a passageway between decks of a ship

noun.artifact

Synonyms hatchway opening

Source: WordNet 3.0
A broad, shallow basket.

noun

Source: webster1913
A quick pace; a short run.

noun

Source: webster1913
A small opening in an outside wall or covering, furnished with a lid.

noun

Source: webster1913

to move about or proceed hurriedly

verb.motion

Synonyms scamper scurry skitter

Source: WordNet 3.0
To run with affected precipitation; to hurry; to bustle; to scuddle.

verb

Source: webster1913
To cut a hole or holes through the bottom, deck, or sides of (as of a ship), for any purpose.

verb

Source: webster1913