scrounge

[skrounj]

scrounge Definition

  • 1to obtain something, especially money or food, by asking for it instead of buying it or working for it
  • 2to search for and collect discarded items in order to use them

Using scrounge: Examples

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

  • Example

    He scrounged a cigarette off me.

  • Example

    I managed to scrounge some food from the party.

  • Example

    She scrounged around for something to eat.

  • Example

    He was always scrounging off his friends.

scrounge Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for scrounge

Antonyms for scrounge

Idioms Using scrounge

  • to survive by constantly searching for food, money, or other necessities

    Example

    Some people in the city have to scrounge for a living.

  • to search for something in a disorganized way

    Example

    I scrounged around for some change to buy a soda.

  • to gather or collect something from various sources, especially when resources are limited

    Example

    We managed to scrounge together enough money for a pizza.

Phrases with scrounge

  • to find or obtain something, especially something that is not easily available

    Example

    I need to scrounge up some cash for the concert tickets.

  • to search for something in a disorganized way

    Example

    I scrounged around in my bag looking for my keys.

  • to obtain something, especially money or food, from someone else without paying for it or doing anything in return

    Example

    He's always scrounging off his parents for money.

Origins of scrounge

originated from the British dialect 'scrunge', meaning 'to steal'

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Summary: scrounge in Brief

The verb 'scrounge' [skrounj] means to obtain something, often money or food, by asking for it instead of buying it or working for it. It can also refer to searching for and collecting discarded items. Examples include 'He scrounged a cigarette off me.' and 'She scrounged around for something to eat.' Phrases like 'scrounge up' and 'scrounge off' extend the term's usage, while idioms like 'scrounge for a living' denote survival through constant searching.