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scamp

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B2

/skæmp/

mischievous person

Etymology
Etymology Information

'scamp' originates from the Dutch word 'schamp,' which meant 'to slip away.'

Historical Evolution

'schamp' transformed into the English word 'scamp' during the 17th century.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to slip away,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'mischievous person.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a mischievous or playful person, especially a child.

The little scamp hid my shoes again.

Synonyms

rascalroguemischief-maker

Antonyms

angelsaint

Verb 1

to run or go quickly and lightly.

The dog scamped across the field.

Synonyms

scurrydashdart

Antonyms

saunterstroll

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Idioms

scamp around

Last updated: 2025/01/23 23:33