scuttle
6 synonyms for scuttle, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An open bucket or container used for carrying coal.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
An open bucket or container used for carrying coal.
“He filled the coal scuttle before lighting the fire.”
How to use scuttle
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
scuttle the ship
scuttle the deal
coal scuttle
Etymology
From Old English scutel ("dish, platter"), ultimately from Latin scutella; the "sink a ship" and "scurry" senses developed separately in Middle English.
Full origin of scuttle →Frequently asked questions
What does “scuttle” mean?
The word “scuttle” means an open bucket or container used for carrying coal. In plain terms, has three unrelated meanings: a coal bucket, deliberately sinking a ship (also used figuratively for wrecking a plan), and scurrying quickly.
How do you pronounce “scuttle”?
“Scuttle” is pronounced SKUHT-l (/ˈskʌt.l̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “scuttle” in a sentence?
Here is “scuttle” used in a sentence: “He filled the coal scuttle before lighting the fire.”
What is another word for “scuttle”?
Words with a similar meaning to “scuttle” include cowl.
What part of speech is “scuttle”?
Depending on how it is used, “scuttle” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “scuttle” come from?
The word “scuttle” comes from Latin. From Old English scutel ("dish, platter"), ultimately from Latin scutella; the "sink a ship" and "scurry" senses developed separately in Middle English.
How many meanings does “scuttle” have?
“Scuttle” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an open bucket or container used for carrying coal.
