sc

/skɑː/ or /skɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

a Scottish word for a short, sharp sound, especially one caused by a sudden movement or impact.

“The sc from the stone hitting the metal made everyone jump.”

2. prefix

a Scottish prefix used in some words, often with a harsh or sudden connotation.

“Scarecrow is a word that starts with the prefix sc-.”

3. verb

to make a sharp, sudden noise, especially with a stone or a piece of metal.

“The child sc’d the stone against the wall.”

Synonyms

  • clang
  • crack

Antonyms

  • muffle
  • thud