English

scrounge

skraʊndʒ, skɹaʊndʒ
Meaning: to get or gather something by asking, searching, or using whatever is available, often informally
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: skɹaʊndʒ

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base scrounge
3rd person singular present scrounges
Present participle scrounging
Past scrounged
Will future will scrounge
Going-to future going to scrounge
Imperative negative don't scrounge / do not scrounge

Example

After a storm, we scrounge dry wood near the trail.
After a storm, we scrounge dry wood near the trail.

Usage Notes

Use it for resourceful or slightly desperate getting, especially food, money, supplies, or useful scraps. It can sound informal or mildly critical when someone keeps asking others.

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