scrappy

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adjective (1)

scrap·​py ˈskra-pē How to pronounce scrappy (audio)
scrappier; scrappiest
: consisting of scraps
scrappy meals

scrappy

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adjective (2)

scrappier; scrappiest
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: having an aggressive and determined spirit : feisty

Examples of scrappy in a Sentence

Adjective (2) she was a scrappy girl despite—or, perhaps, because of—her small size a pair of scrappy movie critics who can never agree on anything
Recent Examples on the Web
Adjective
Conclusions: New York is favored in the American League Championship Series, but the Guardians are a pesky, scrappy baseball team. Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024 After 14 years, seven studio changes, two kids, a California to Texas relocation, loads of gifts for Segura’s mom Charo, successful solo side-podcasts, global tours, and more, the scrappy podcast has surpassed everyone’s expectations. Ali Lerman, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2024 Already digital natives, not only are Gen Zers more likely to feel confident with tech, Knopp said, but the early career generation is willing to take more risks, work longer hours, and get paid less at scrappy firms just getting off the ground. Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 26 Sep. 2024 Sage is drought-resistant and scrappy, especially when planted in a garden bed. Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for scrappy 

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Word History

Etymology

Adjective (1)

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Adjective (2)

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First Known Use

Adjective (1)

1837, in the meaning defined above

Adjective (2)

1895, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of scrappy was in 1837

Dictionary Entries Near scrappy

Cite this Entry

“Scrappy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scrappy. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

scrappy

adjective
scrap·​py
ˈskrap-ē
scrappier; scrappiest
1
2
: having an aggressive and determined spirit
scrappiness noun
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