adjective
General Slang
scrappy
SKRAP-ee · adjective · slang
Resourceful and effective on a small budget.
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Getting things done cleverly with limited resources.
“The team stayed scrappy, launching with no ad budget.”
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scrappy In A Sentence
The team stayed scrappy, launching with no ad budget.
Origin & Usage
American slang for feisty/determined; startup culture usage.
People Also Ask
What does 'scrappy' mean in business?
It means being resourceful and getting good results with very little money or support, through cleverness and determination.
Is 'scrappy' a compliment?
In startup culture, yes. Calling a team scrappy praises their grit and ability to punch above their weight on a tight budget.
Where does 'scrappy' come from?
It's older American slang for someone feisty and determined, adopted by startup culture to describe lean, resourceful teams.
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