Definition & Meaning of "scrape"

to scrape

VERB

scratch repeatedly

to remove a thin layer or small amount of something from a surface using a sharp or rough edge

Example

While cooking, he was scraping the burnt residue off the bottom of the pot.

The gardener is scraping the soil to remove the weeds from the garden bed.

make by scraping

(of skin tissue) to accidentally damage or injure by rubbing against a rough surface or with something sharp and abrasive

to gather something, such as money, with difficulty and over time

bend the knees and bow in a servile manner

Scrape

NOUN

a harsh noise made by scraping

an indication of damage

a deep bow with the foot drawn backwards (indicating excessive humility)

a minor injury where the top layer of skin gets rubbed or scratched off

What is a "scrape"?

A scrape refers to a minor injury where the skin gets rubbed or scratched off, often resulting in a small, shallow wound. These can happen when you accidentally slide or brush against a rough surface, like pavement or a rough-textured object. Scapes usually cause some pain and may bleed a bit, but they generally heal quickly with proper cleaning and bandaging.

Example

She got a scrape on her knee when she fell off her bike.

The cat 's sharp claws caused a painful scrape on my arm.