"Scuttle" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Scuttle" Meaning

To scuttle means to abandon or destroy a ship or a plan in a sudden or cowardly way, often in order to avoid danger or responsibility.

"Scuttle" Examples

Examples of Using the Word "Scuttle"

Verb Form

1. In Trifle: I heard that the teachers plan to scuttle the project due to lack of resources.
2. As a Nautical Term: With a significant hole in the hull, the ship was in danger of scuttling.
3. In Espionage: The spy was sent to scuttle the plot by obtaining classified information without detection.

Noun Form

1. Name of a Ship: HMHS Scuttle discovered an historic wreck.
2. Type of Task: Tracking down missing persons was like scuttle to her, every new bit of information was vital.
3. Operate Secretly: My turnaround trick for talking with operational eyes required sucking, rolling, and fun-lovingness.