Meaning of scruple

Definition of scruple

(noun) a unit of apothecary weight equal to 20 grains
an ethical or moral principle that inhibits action
(verb) hesitate on moral grounds; "The man scrupled to perjure himself"
raise scruples; "He lied and did not even scruple about it"
have doubts about

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