| scoundrel |
a wicked person; villain. |
| scour1 |
to clean by rubbing hard. [3 definitions] |
| scour2 |
to travel over an area while looking for something. |
| scout |
a person, ship, or plane sent to spy or gather information. [5 definitions] |
| scoutmaster |
the adult in charge of a Boy Scout troop. |
| scowl |
to make an angry frown. [2 definitions] |
| scramble |
to move quickly using both the hands and feet. [8 definitions] |
| scrap1 |
a small bit, such as a piece left over or thrown away. [4 definitions] |
| scrap2 |
(informal) a fight. [2 definitions] |
| scrapbook |
a book with blank pages for saving pictures, newspaper clippings, and other mementos. |
| scrape |
to rub with something sharp or rough. [8 definitions] |
| scratch |
to scrape or damage with something sharp. [7 definitions] |
| scratchy |
causing or likely to cause scratching; itchy. |
| scrawl |
to write or draw in a quick or careless way. [2 definitions] |
| scrawny |
very thin; skinny. |
| scream |
to make a shrill, loud cry or sound. [4 definitions] |
| screech |
to make a harsh, shrill cry or sound. [2 definitions] |
| screen |
a closely woven wire mesh. Screens can be used to filter liquid or grains, or to keep insects from entering through windows or doors. [8 definitions] |
| screen saver |
a small program that takes over a computer's screen if it has not been used for a set length of time. Screen savers were first used to prevent computer screens from being damaged, but now they are mainly used for decoration. |
| screw |
a metal fastener that is like a nail with grooves that wind around it. A screw can be driven into a surface by turning it while pressing down on the head. [5 definitions] |
| screwdriver |
a tool for turning a screw. A screwdriver has a handle for turning and a long metal piece that fits the head of the screw. |