First Known Use: 1542
Dictionary
1scrag
noun \ˈskrag\
Definition of SCRAG
1
: a rawboned or scrawny person or animal
2
a : the lean end of a neck of mutton or veal —called also scrag end b : neck
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Origin of SCRAG
perhaps alteration of 2crag
2scrag
transitive verb
scraggedscrag·ging
Definition of SCRAG
1
a : to execute by hanging or garroting b : to wring the neck of
First Known Use of SCRAG
1752
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