Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scavenge
verb
/ˈskæv.ɪndʒ/
Definition
To search for and collect items that have been discarded or left behind.
Examples
- The dog began to scavenge for food scraps in the park.
- During the economic crisis, many people had to scavenge to survive.
- Rats are known to scavenge in urban areas, looking for leftovers.
Meaning
Scavenging often involves looking through trash or exploring areas for useful items, food, or materials.
Synonyms
- forage
- search
- rummage
- glean
