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Definition or meaning of the English word Scuttle
To run with affected precipitation; to hurry; to bustle; to scuddle. (v. i.). A small opening or hatchway in the deck of a ship; large enough to admit a man; and with a lid for covering it; also; a like hole in the side or bottom of a ship. (n.). To cut a hole or holes through the bottom; deck; or sides of as of a ship; for any purpose. (v. t.). An opening in the roof of a house; with a lid. (n.). A small opening in an outside wall or covering; furnished with a lid. (n.). A quick pace; a short run. (n.). To sink by making holes through the bottom of; as; to scuttle a ship. (v. t.). A wide-mouthed vessel for holding coal: a coal hod. (n.). A broad; shallow basket. (n.). The lid or door which covers or closes an opening in a roof; wall; or the like. (n.). |
