scrape

/skrˈeɪp/

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Noun
a harsh noise made by scraping; "the scrape of violin bows distracted her"
Noun
an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off
Noun
a deep bow with the foot drawn backwards (indicating excessive humility); "all that bowing and scraping did not impress him"
Noun
an indication of damage
Verb
scratch repeatedly; "The cat scraped at the armchair"
Verb
make by scraping; "They scraped a letter into the stone"
Verb
cut the surface of; wear away the surface of
Verb
bend the knees and bow in a servile manner
Verb
gather (money or other resources) together over time; "She had scraped together enough money for college"; "they scratched a meager living"
Verb
bruise, cut, or injure the skin or the surface of; "The boy skinned his knee when he fell"
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