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scupper (1)

scup·per [ skúppər ] (plural scup·pers)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. opening for draining water from deck: an opening in the bulwarks of a ship that allows water on the deck to drain overboard

2. opening allowing drainage from building: an opening allowing water to drain from the roof or floor of a building

[15th century. Origin ?]
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