Associations to the word «Scupper»

Wiktionary

SCUPPER, noun. (nautical) A drainage hole on the deck of a ship.
SCUPPER, noun. (architecture) A similar opening in a wall or parapet that allows water to drain from a roof.
SCUPPER, verb. (British) Thwart or destroy, especially something belonging or pertaining to another; compare scuttle.

Dictionary definition

SCUPPER, noun. Drain that allows water on the deck of a vessel to flow overboard.
SCUPPER, verb. Wait in hiding to attack.
SCUPPER, verb. Put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position.

Wise words

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