Definition of Scram
Scram
Scram
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To run or move quickly, often in a hurried or panicked manner.
e.g. The kids will scram to get to the ice cream truck before it leaves.
(noun)
the emergency of a nuclear reactor rapidly shutting down;
e.g. The power plant underwent another scram last week, whose cause is still not known.
(verb)
to rapidly shut down in the event of an emergency, or to be thus shut down, referring to a nuclear reactor;
e.g. The system is programed to scram if it is overloaded.
Translate this Word
Select a language from the dropdown and click "Translate Now" to see this word in your preferred language.
Similar Words
Opposite Words
Related Words
Comments
