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Meaning of scupper

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

scupper

Pronunciation:/ˈskʌp.ə//ˈskʌp.ɚ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A drainage hole on the deck of a ship.

  2. A similar opening in a wall or parapet that allows water to drain from a roof.

Sources:https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/scupper

scupper

Pronunciation:/ˈskʌp.ə//ˈskʌp.ɚ/

verb

Definitions

  1. Thwart or destroy, especially something belonging or pertaining to another; compare scuttle.

    Example: The bad media coverage scuppered his chances of being elected.

Sources:https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/scupper

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