SINCE 1828

scrag

noun \ ˈskrag \

Definition of scrag

1 :a rawboned or scrawny person or animal

2 a :the lean end of a neck of mutton or veal — called also scrag end

b :neck

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Origin and Etymology of scrag

perhaps alteration of ²crag

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First Known Use: 1542

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scrag

verb

Definition of scrag

scragged; scragging

transitive verb

1 a :to execute by hanging or garroting

b :to wring the neck of

2 a :choke

b :manhandle 1

c :kill, murder

First Known Use of scrag

1752

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