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scrap

1 of 2verb
/skræp/
Forms:scraps,scrapping,scrapped,scrapped
1

to get rid of something that is old or no longer of use

transitive
  • When upgrading the computer system, the IT department had to scrap the old hardware.
  • The automotive workshop had to scrap the irreparable car parts for recycling.
  • The company made the decision to scrap the old product line and focus on innovative designs.
  • The factory recently scrapped outdated machinery and invested in new technology.
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2

to throw away or give up something that is no longer useful or needed

transitive
  • She scrapped her plans for the weekend when the weather turned bad.
  • They scrapped the project due to lack of funding.
  • The company had to scrap the entire batch of defective products.
  • He decided to scrap his old manuscript and start fresh with new ideas.
  • The team had to scrap the proposal after the client requested major changes.
3

to engage in a physical or verbal argument or conflict

  • The two children started to scrap over the last piece of candy.
  • The dogs began to scrap in the yard, so I had to separate them.
  • They scrapped during the meeting, each one defending their point of view.
  • The team scrapped on the field after a rough tackle.
  • The two boys scrapped in the playground, but no one was seriously hurt.