Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scavenging
verb
/ˈskæv.ɪn.dʒɪŋ/
Definition
The act of searching for and collecting discarded items or materials that can be reused or repurposed.
Examples
- Birds are scavenging the leftovers from the picnic.
- The team spent the day scavenging the old building for materials to repurpose.
- He enjoys scavenging for unique furniture pieces in thrift stores.
Meaning
Scavenging refers to the practice of searching through waste or refuse for items that can be reused or recycled.
Synonyms
- foraging
- searching
- ransacking
- gleaning
- collecting
