The correct answer is (B) To destroy; to wreck; to sink; to cause to be destroyed, wrecked, or sunk. Also, to abandon, withdraw from, or cause to be abandoned. Finally, to hurry along, scurry, run away (from danger or difficulty).

Scuttle comes from Spanish escotilla (hatchway).

Examples of use:

• The President's stance scuttled chances for broad agreement.
• The captain scuttled his damaged ship after all hands were safely away.