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scamps

The correct spelling is scamps.

How to pronounce scamps

noun

Say it like: Sca-mps

The correct spelling is scamps. A rascal, swindler, or rogue; a ne'er-do-well. For example: "My nephew is a little scamp who likes to leave lighted firecrackers under the lawnchairs of his dozing elders."

Usage Examples

My nephew is a little scamp who likes to leave lighted firecrackers under the lawnchairs of his dozing elders.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A rascal, swindler, or rogue; a ne'er-do-well.
  2. 2.A mischievous person, especially a playful, impish youngster.
  3. 3.A preliminary design sketch.

verb

  1. 1.To skimp; to do something in a skimpy or slipshod fashion.

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