General
scran on
What does scran on mean?
To eat heartily. Extension of 'scran' (food) into a verb across the North.
"He scranned the lot in about two minutes."
Origin
Northern English; verbing of 'scran' (food).
Frequently asked questions
What does 'scran on' mean?
It means to tuck into food eagerly and eat heartily.
What is 'scran'?
'Scran' is Northern slang for food, and 'scran on' turns it into a verb for eating.
Where is 'scran on' used?
It's Northern English usage, extending 'scran' into a verb.
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