Scrapper

Pronunciation: /ˈskræpər/

Definitions of scrapper

noun a person who collects and sells scrap metal or other items for recycling or reuse

Example Sentences

A1 My brother is a scrapper and loves to collect old metal for recycling.

A2 The scrapper in the neighborhood always has the best deals on used furniture.

B1 The scrapper was able to salvage some valuable parts from the old car.

B2 As a scrapper, he had a keen eye for finding hidden treasures in the junkyard.

C1 The scrapper's business grew rapidly as he expanded his network of suppliers.

C2 With years of experience, the scrapper became a master at repurposing old materials into new creations.

Examples of scrapper in a Sentence

formal The scrapper was hired to remove debris from the construction site.

informal My uncle is a scrapper who collects and sells scrap metal for a living.

slang I heard that scrapper got into a fight at the bar last night.

figurative She's a scrapper when it comes to negotiations, always fighting for the best deal.

Grammatical Forms of scrapper

• past tense: scrapped
• plural: scrappers
• comparative: more scrappy
• superlative: most scrappy
• present tense: scraps
• future tense: will scrap
• perfect tense: have scrapped
• continuous tense: is scrapping
• singular: scrapper
• positive degree: scrappy
• infinitive: to scrap
• gerund: scrapping
• participle: scrapped

Origin and Evolution of scrapper

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old Norse

Story behind the word: The word 'scrapper' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old Norse word 'skrapa' meaning to scrape or scratch.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'scrapper' has evolved to refer to someone who engages in physical confrontations or fights, often for sport or as a means of settling disputes.