1. rumors or gossip, especially among a group of people
Usage: informal
2. drinking fountains or water coolers on a ship
Usage: nautical

Examples

• The office scuttlebutts suggested layoffs were coming.
• Don’t believe the scuttlebutts about the new manager.
• Sailors gathered around the scuttlebutts to share news.
• The crew relied on scuttlebutts for fresh water during the voyage.
• School scuttlebutts spread quickly through the hallways.
• She ignored the scuttlebutts and focused on her work.