English dictionary
scrape
/skr/eI/p/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a harsh noise made by scraping
ExamplesThe scrape of violin bows distracted her.
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an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off
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a deep bow with the foot drawn backwards (indicating excessive humility)
Synonyms scrapingSource: WordNet 3.0
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an indication of damage
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The act of scraping; also, the effect of scraping, as a scratch, or a harsh sound; as, a noisy <i>scrape</i> on the floor; a <i>scrape</i> of a pen.
Source: webster1913
verb
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scratch repeatedly
ExamplesThe cat scraped at the armchair.
Synonyms grateSource: WordNet 3.0
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make by scraping
ExamplesThey scraped a letter into the stone.
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cut the surface of; wear away the surface of
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bend the knees and bow in a servile manner
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gather (money or other resources) together over time
ExamplesShe had scraped together enough money for college.
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bruise, cut, or injure the skin or the surface of
Synonyms skinSource: WordNet 3.0
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To rub over the surface of (something) with a sharp or rough instrument; to rub over with something that roughens by removing portions of the surface; to grate harshly over; to abrade; to make even, or bring to a required condition or form, by moving the sharp edge of an instrument breadthwise over the surface with pressure, cutting away excesses and superfluous parts; to make smooth or clean; as, to <i>scrape</i> a bone with a knife; to <i>scrape</i> a metal plate to an even surface.
Source: webster1913
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To rub over the surface of anything with something which roughens or removes it, or which smooths or cleans it; to rub harshly and noisily along.
Source: webster1913