Definition of scav

scav

noun

• a person who takes from others and never returns the favor. Usually money, food, or drugs.

  He's such a scav.

  Last edited on Aug 17 2011. Submitted by Hannah M from Portsmouth, Portsmouth, UK on Apr 11 2002.

• a person who scavenges.

  Picking up coins off the floor again? What a scav!

  Last edited on Aug 17 2011. Submitted by Robbie G. from Stroud, Hampshire, UK on Feb 13 2006.

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