Scupper Definition & Meaning

scupper
noun
  1. drain that allows water on the deck of a vessel to flow overboard
verb
  1. wait in hiding to attack
  2. put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position

"Scupper" in song lyrics

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  • "the rusty scupper"
    AOL — AOL
  • "rusty scupper"
    AOL — AOL

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