scurry
0 antonyms and opposites of scurry, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To run with short, quick, hurried steps.
How to use scurry
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Probably a shortening of "hurry-scurry," a rhyming reduplication of "hurry."
Full origin of scurry →Frequently asked questions
What does “scurry” mean?
The word “scurry” means to run with short, quick, hurried steps. In plain terms, to move quickly with small, hasty steps, the way a small animal or a rushed person does.
How do you pronounce “scurry”?
“Scurry” is pronounced SKUH-ree (/ˈskʌ.ɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “scurry” in a sentence?
Here is “scurry” used in a sentence: “There was a scurry of activity backstage before the curtain rose.”
What part of speech is “scurry”?
Depending on how it is used, “scurry” can be a verb and a noun.
How many meanings does “scurry” have?
“Scurry” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to run with short, quick, hurried steps.