Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scutter
verb
/ˈskʌtər/
Definition
To move quickly and hurriedly, often in small, quick steps.
Examples
- The mouse scuttered across the floor when it heard a sound.
- She scuttered back to her desk when the teacher entered the room.
- As the rain began to fall, the children scuttered to find shelter.
Meaning
The act of scuttling refers to a quick, shuffling movement, typical among small animals or when someone is trying to escape or move out of the way rapidly.
Synonyms
- scamper
- run
- dash
- hurry
- swift
