coal scuttle

noun

1. a metal bucket, usually with a lip, for holding and carrying coal.

coal scuttle

noun

1. a domestic metal container for coal

Word History and Origins

Origin of coal scuttle¹

First recorded in 1765–75

Example Sentences

“Sometimes you have to let the underworld in,” Mr. Oliver says, describing an invasion of his house’s coal scuttle by a group of vagrants.

From New York Times

The only thing would hush her, he always said, was for him to beat the coal scuttle with a poke and sing ‘Dixie.’

From Literature

“No, you simple-minded piece of cream cheese,” she replies, “I’m filling the coal scuttle with apple sauce.”

From Wall Street Journal

Next came a dragon-shaped coal scuttle that glowed gold and orange.

From Literature

He’s the guard, the engine, the coal scuttle, the pressure gauge.

From The Guardian