scutter

[ˈskʌtər]

scutter Definition

• 1. to run with quick, hasty steps
• 2. to move or go quickly and hurriedly

Using scutter: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "scutter" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The rabbit scuttered away when it saw me.

• Example

  She scuttered around the kitchen trying to get everything ready for the party.

• Example

  The mouse scuttered across the floor and disappeared behind the sofa.

scutter Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for scutter

• scamper
• scurry
• dash
• dart
• rush

Phrases with scutter

• scutter off

  to leave quickly and unceremoniously

  Example

  I think it's time for us to scutter off before they start asking us questions.

• scutter about

  to move around quickly and busily

  Example

  She was scuttering about the house, trying to find her keys.

• scutter down

  to move down quickly and awkwardly

  Example

  He scuttered down the steep slope, trying to keep his balance.

📌

Summary: scutter in Brief

'Scutter' [ˈskʌtər] is a verb that means to run or move quickly and hurriedly. It can be used to describe the movement of animals like rabbits and mice, as well as people who are in a hurry. 'Scutter' can also be used in phrases like 'scutter off,' meaning to leave quickly and unceremoniously, and 'scutter about,' meaning to move around quickly and busily.