scrapper
scrapper Lexical Profile
scrapper Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A person or animal that fights with fierce determination and refuses to give up easily, especially in sports or competition.
"Despite being undersized for his position, the rookie proved to be a relentless scrapper on the basketball court."
A person or business that collects, dismantles, and sells scrap metal or other discarded materials for recycling.
"The local scrapper hauled away the rusted appliances and old copper piping from the renovation site."
An enthusiast who creates and decorates scrapbooks to preserve photographs and memorabilia.
"As an avid scrapper, she spent the weekend organizing family vacation photos onto patterned cardstock."
Word Nuance & Usage
Do not confuse 'scrapper' (a determined fighter or scrap collector, pronounced with a short 'a') with 'scraper' (a tool used for scraping or a person who scrapes, pronounced with a long 'a').