scrape meaning and definition

SCRAPE noun

Definition of scrape (noun)

1. a harsh noise made by scraping
   • "the scrape of violin bows distracted her"
   • synonyms: scraping, scratch, scratching
2. an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off
   • synonyms: abrasion, excoriation, scratch
3. a deep bow with the foot drawn backwards (indicating excessive humility)
   • "all that bowing and scraping did not impress him"
   • synonyms: scraping
4. an indication of damage
   • synonyms: mark, scar, scratch

SCRAPE verb

Definition of scrape (verb)

1. scratch repeatedly
   • "The cat scraped at the armchair"
   • synonyms: grate
2. make by scraping
   • "They scraped a letter into the stone"
3. cut the surface of; wear away the surface of
   • synonyms: scratch, scratch up
4. bend the knees and bow in a servile manner
   • synonyms: genuflect, kowtow
5. gather (money or other resources) together over time
   • "She had scraped together enough money for college"; "they scratched a meager living"
   • synonyms: come up, scrape up, scratch
6. bruise, cut, or injure the skin or the surface of
   • "The boy skinned his knee when he fell"
   • synonyms: skin