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Scooby

Scooby (noun) means British slang: a clue or understanding of something (from Cockney rhyming slang, "Scooby Doo" = "clue"). Example: “I haven't got a scooby what he's talking about.”

noun

British slang: a clue or understanding of something (from Cockney rhyming slang, "Scooby Doo" = "clue").

"I haven't got a scooby what he's talking about."

How to use Scooby

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSlang for "clue," almost always used in the negative — "not have a scooby" means having no idea at all.

When to use it

Very informal British slang; not used in writing outside of casual dialogue.

Word forms

Scoobies plural

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Rhymes for Scooby

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Scooby” mean?

The word “Scooby” means british slang: a clue or understanding of something (from Cockney rhyming slang, "Scooby Doo" = "clue"). In plain terms, slang for "clue," almost always used in the negative — "not have a scooby" means having no idea at all.

How do you use “Scooby” in a sentence?

Here is “Scooby” used in a sentence: “I haven't got a scooby what he's talking about.”

What part of speech is “Scooby”?

“Scooby” is a noun.

Is “Scooby” a common word?

“Scooby” is an uncommon word in modern English.