Synonyms for

Scuttle

Verb / ˈskʌtʌl / Another word for scuttle — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to run with quick, hasty steps; to sink a ship deliberately by opening seacocks or making holes in the bottom

Synonyms & similar words

coalscuttle scamper skitter scurry opening hatchway scurry dash sprint run gallop flee escape abandon sink destroy wreck ruin sabotage disable impair cripple terminate end halt cease

Example sentences

  1. The mouse scuttled across the floor.
  2. I had to scuttle to catch my bus.
  3. The sailors had to scuttle the ship to prevent it from falling into enemy hands.
  4. The thief scuttled away when he heard the police siren.
  5. The crab scuttled back into its hole.

Quotes

  • The rats were scuttling about as usual.
  • The sound of scuttling feet was heard in the dark.
  • The ship had a narrow escape from being scuttled.

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