scupper (Meaning)
scupper (n)
drain that allows water on the deck of a vessel to flow overboard
scupper (v)
wait in hiding to attack
put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position
scupper (v.)
An opening cut through the waterway and bulwarks of a ship, so that water falling on deck may flow overboard; -- called also scupper hole.
Synonyms & Antonyms of scupper
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scupper Sentence Examples
- The sailboat's scuppers effectively drained excess water from the deck, preventing it from pooling.
- The bridge's scuppers directed rainwater away from the pavement, ensuring safe passage for pedestrians.
- The roof's scuppers channeled rainwater into the gutters, preventing damage to the building's exterior.
- The car's undercarriage featured scuppers to drain water away from vital components.
- The aircraft's scuppers allowed water to escape, preventing damage to the fuselage during takeoff and landing.
- The stadium's scuppers facilitated the removal of rainwater from the seating area, keeping spectators dry.
- The parking garage's scuppers drained rainwater and melted snow, preventing flooding.
- The swimming pool's scuppers kept the water level from rising dangerously high.
- The ship's scuppers drained water from the deck, preventing it from becoming a hazard to sailors.
- The fountain's scuppers directed the flow of water into a designated area, creating a pleasing aesthetic.
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drain that allows water on the deck of a vessel to flow overboard, wait in hiding to attack, put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult positionAn openin
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The sailboat's scuppers effectively drained excess water from the deck, preventing it from pooling.
The bridge's scuppers directed rainwater away from the pavement, ensuring safe passage for pedestrians.
The roof's scuppers channeled rainwater into the gutters, preventing damage to the building's exterior.
The car's undercarriage featured scuppers to drain water away from vital components.
