noun🔗ShareA drainage hole on the deck of a ship."After the heavy rain, the crew checked the scuppers on the deck to make sure they weren't clogged with leaves and debris. "nauticalsailingtechnicalpartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA similar opening in a wall or parapet that allows water to drain from a roof."The heavy rain flowed off the roof and out through the scuppers, preventing water from pooling. "architecturebuildingnauticalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareThwart or destroy, especially something belonging or pertaining to another; compare scuttle."The bad media coverage scuppered his chances of being elected."nauticalsailingactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
