Scratch
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British pronunciation/skɹˈæt‍ʃ/
American pronunciation/ˈskɹætʃ/

Definition & Meaning of "scratch"

to scratch
01

to make small cuts or marks on a surface

Transitive: to scratch a surface
to scratch definition and meaning
02

to rub a person's or one's own skin to relieve an itching sensation, particularly with one's fingernails

Transitive: to scratch the skin
to scratch definition and meaning
03

to cancel or abandon an undertaking or project

Transitive: to scratch an idea or plan
to scratch definition and meaning
04

to scrape over a hard surface and make a grating noise

Intransitive
05

to create a mark or indentation on a surface using a sharp or pointed object

Transitive: to scratch a mark or indentation into sth | to scratch a mark or indentation onto sth
06

to earn money through labor, often involving difficult or unconventional methods

Intransitive
07

to remove or eliminate something by erasing, or drawing a line through it

Transitive: to scratch a word or text
08

to make a small, shallow mark or injury on the skin by rubbing something sharp or rough against it

Transitive: to scratch a person or body part
Scratch
01

a small cut on the skin caused by something sharp, like a fingernail, thorn, or rough surface

scratch definition and meaning

What is a "scratch"?

A scratch is a small, shallow cut or scrape on the skin, often caused by something sharp like a fingernail, thorn, or rough surface. Scratches usually result in minor bleeding and can cause a stinging sensation. They are generally not serious and heal quickly with basic care, such as cleaning the area with soap and water, and possibly applying a disinfectant and a bandage to keep it clean and protected while it heals.

02

an informal slang for cash or money, often used in casual contexts

scratch definition and meaning
03

an indication of damage

04

poor handwriting

05

a harsh noise made by scraping

06

dry mash for poultry

07

a line indicating the location of the start of a race or a game

08

a competitor who withdraws from a race or competition before it starts

09

a depression scratched or carved into a surface

scratch
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of a golfer who is capable of playing to the standard of the course rating

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Example
The sharp rock accidentally scratched the surface of the car's paint.
She accidentally scratched her phone screen with her keys.
The cat scratched the upholstery of the sofa, leaving marks behind.
The puppy scratched the floor trying to bury its bone.
Be careful not to scratch the glass when cleaning it with a rough cloth.
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