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scrounger

/skraʊndʒər/ noun · British & US
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What does scrounger mean?

noun

A person who searches for and collects scraps of food, often in a casual or irregular manner. A person who searches for something, especially in a casual or irregular manner.

Example

"The scrounger rummaged through the dumpster for food."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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