scavengery

/skævˈɛn.dri/

Definitions

1. noun

The practice or quality of scavenging, or the state of being a scavenger.

“The company’s scavengery in the abandoned factory was impressive, with workers salvaging useful materials from the rubble.”

Synonyms

  • rummaging
  • scavenger hunt
  • scavenging

Antonyms

  • conservation
  • preservation