scramble
|scram-ble|
B2
/ˈskræm.bəl/
quick, disordered movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'scramble' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'scrambelen,' where 'scram-' meant 'to struggle' and '-belen' was a diminutive suffix.
Historical Evolution
'scrambelen' transformed into the modern English word 'scramble' through gradual phonetic changes.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to struggle or fight,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'climb quickly' and 'mix up.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a hurried or disorderly struggle to get something.
There was a scramble for the best seats.
Synonyms
Verb 1
to move or climb quickly but with difficulty, often using your hands to help you.
The hikers scrambled up the rocky path.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35