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throw somebody/something on the scrap heap (informal) to get rid of someone or something that is not wanted or needed any more (usually passive) Many people over forty who can't find a job feel they've been thrown on the scrap heap. on the scrap heap also in the scrap heap in a place for things that are not wanted any more Congress is threatening to throw the president's budget on the scrap heap. Etymology: from the literal meaning of scrap heap (a pile of things that are no longer wanted) See also: heap How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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