scratch
scratch
skræʧ
skrāch
British pronunciation
/skɹˈæt‍ʃ/

Definition & Meaning of "scratch"in English

to scratch
01

to make small cuts or marks on a surface

Transitive: to scratch a surface
to scratch definition and meaning
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Examples
The sharp rock accidentally scratched the surface of the car's paint.
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
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Examples
She had to scratch her mosquito bites to soothe the irritation.
03

to cancel or abandon an undertaking or project

Transitive: to scratch an idea or plan
to scratch definition and meaning
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Examples
Due to budget constraints, they decided to scratch the plans for the new office building.
04

to scrape over a hard surface and make a grating noise

Intransitive
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Examples
The chair legs scratched against the tiled floor as she moved it across the kitchen.
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
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Examples
She scratched her initials into the wooden bench with a pocket knife.
06

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

Intransitive
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After losing his job, he had to scratch to support his family, taking on any work he could find.
07

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

Transitive: to scratch a word or text
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Examples
She scratched the wrong answer and filled in the correct one on the exam paper.
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
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Examples
She scratched her ankle while climbing over the fence.
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

money, usually casual or small amounts of cash needed for spending

scratch definition and meaning
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Examples
I need some scratch to grab a ticket for the concert.
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

Who is a "scratch"?

A scratch is a competitor who withdraws from a race or competition before it begins. This can happen for various reasons, such as injury, illness, or a change in circumstances that prevents them from participating. When someone scratches, they are no longer part of the event, and their spot is typically left empty or given to another competitor.

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Due to an injury, the runner was a scratch from the marathon.
09

a depression scratched or carved into a surface

scratch
01

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

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He aspired to become a scratch golfer through diligent practice and training.
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