scruf

/skrʌf/

Definitions

1. noun

a small quantity or amount of something

“We managed to find a small scruf of flour in the pantry.”

2. verb

to make something rough or uneven

“The machine began to scruf the metal surface.”

Synonyms

  • meager
  • scant
  • scanty

Antonyms

  • abundant
  • plentiful