scrapper
1 Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of scrapper1
First recorded in 1640–50; scrap 1 + -er 1
Origin of scrapper2
Example Sentences
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Guralnick’s new book is the story of an immigrant scrapper who became a kingmaker with his unerring instinct for the main chance.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2025
Sean Dyche is a scrapper and his Everton side are enjoying a strong end to the season.
From BBC ● May 16, 2024
The city's Department of Public Health eventually denied the permit the scrapper needed to operate.
From Salon ● Mar. 15, 2023
In his bio, Sigg presented himself not as a scrapper but as a savant with “unprecedented standards.”
From Washington Post ● Jan. 24, 2022
"All I can say is, keep your eye out for sledge hammer punches if ever you go to pulling his nose," warned George; "because he's a born scrapper, and would as soon fight as eat."
From The Hickory Ridge Boy Scouts: Under Canvas or, The Hunt for the Cartaret Ghost by Alan Douglas
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