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- The factory recently scrapped outdated machinery and invested in new technology.
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.