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Meaning of scrappy

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

scrappy

Pronunciation:/ˈskɹæpi/

adjective

Definitions

  1. Consisting of scraps; fragmentary; lacking unity or consistency.

    Example: That was a scrappy lecture.

  2. Having an aggressive spirit; inclined to fight or strive.

    Example: He's a scrappy dog and will charge at you if you taunt him.

  3. (Of a fight) characterised by lots of ungainly or wild punches, grabs, wrestling, etc.

  4. (Of a sports match) characterised by awkward or clumsy play.