Definition of scrape
scraped
;scraping
transitive verb
1a : to remove from a surface by usually repeated strokes of an edged instrumentb : to make (a surface) smooth or clean with strokes of an edged instrument or an abrasive
2a : to grate harshly over or againstb : to damage or injure the surface of by contact with a rough surfacec : to draw roughly or noisily over a surface
3 : to collect by or as if by scraping —often used with up or together scrape up the price of a ticket
intransitive verb
1 : to move in sliding contact with a rough surface
2 : to accumulate money by small economies
3 : to draw back the foot along the ground in making a bow
4 : to make one's way with difficulty : barely manage or succeed just scraped through at school working two jobs and barely scraping by
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Examples of scrape in a Sentence
Someone had scraped the car with a key.
I scraped one of the chairs while bringing it up the stairs.
I scraped my knee when I fell.
fingernails scraping against a blackboard
the sound of chairs scraping on the floor as people stood to leave
The boat scraped against the edge of the dock.
She scraped her fingernails across the blackboard.
The deer scraped its antlers against the tree.
Scrape the seeds into a bowl.
Scrape the paint from the wood.
Recent Examples of scrape from the Web
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Those who used to scrape a living from the soil with a wooden hoe start driving tractors.
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Spray a bowl with cooking oil, and scrape the dough into it.
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Use the edge of the spoon and simply scrape away the skin.
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To scrape through June and cover a big pension payment, Chicago Public Schools took out two loans totaling $387 million.
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With a rubber spatula, scrape every bit of the sauce into the wok and stir-fry until the beef is only barely pink, about 2 minutes.
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In a bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or a hand beater, cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy on medium speed, about 4 to 5 minutes. Scrape down with a rubber spatula.
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Scrape down sides of bowl to incorporate all flour, if needed.
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Split the vanilla bean in half lengthwise and scrape out the pulp.
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Origin and Etymology of scrape
Middle English, from Old Norse skrapa; akin to Old English scrapian to scrape, Latin scrobis ditch, Russian skresti to scrape
scrape
Definition of scrape
1a : the act or process of scrapingb : a sound made by scrapingc : a mark or injury caused by scraping : abrasion bumps and scrapes
2a : the nest of a bird consisting of a usually shallow depression in the groundb : a cleared area on the forest floor made by a male deer during breeding season to attract a doe
3 : a bow made with a drawing back of the foot along the ground
4a : a distressing encounter a scrape with deathb : altercation, fight
Examples of scrape in a Sentence
There's a scrape on the fender that wasn't there yesterday.
I got a scrape on my knee when I fell.
We survived the accident with a few minor bumps and scrapes.
She got into a few scrapes with the police when she was younger.
the scrape of fingernails on a blackboard
Recent Examples of scrape from the Web
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Hudek appeared for a hearing Friday in U.S. District Court in Seattle, wearing a beige jail uniform and sporting a scrape or bruise below his right eye.
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Chop in quarters two onions, scrape and cut in half 4 carrots, clean 4 to 6 ribs of celery, and place all vegetable in the bottom of a roasting pan.
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In addition, right fielder Jason Heyward will miss his second consecutive start due to scrapes on his left hand.
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Firefighters responded and treated the boy for minor scrapes and took him to a hospital for evaluation.
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The woman also had cuts and scrapes on her arms, legs, neck and face.
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Gypsy and her husband said the shooting incident was more a byproduct of too much alcohol and bad decision-making compared with previous scrapes that involved violence or anger issues.
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Parrish, who was treated at the scene for minor scrapes and scratches and dehydration, was taken to the hospital for examination and is currently alert and smiling, Jimmy Williams of the New Waverly Fire Department told the news outlet.
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He was treated for scrapes at the hospital and was subsequently released.
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First Known Use of scrape
15th century
SCRAPE Defined for English Language Learners
scrape
playDefinition of scrape for English Language Learners
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: to damage (the surface of something) or hurt (a part of your body) by rubbing something rough or sharp against it or by making it rub against something rough or sharp
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: to rub or cause (something) to rub against a hard surface and make a harsh and usually unpleasant sound
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: to remove (something) from a surface by rubbing an object or tool against it
scrape
Definition of scrape for English Language Learners
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: a mark or injury that is caused by something rubbing against something else
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: a bad, dangerous, or unpleasant situation
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: a harsh and usually unpleasant sound that is made when something rubs against a hard surface
SCRAPE Defined for Kids
Definition of scrape for Students
scraped
;scraping
1 : to remove by repeated strokes with something sharp or rough He scraped a patch of crust off with his fingernail. — Jerry Spinelli, Maniac Magee
2 : to clean or smooth by rubbing I scraped the windshield to clear off the ice.
3 : to rub or cause to rub so as to make a harsh noise The boat's keel scraped the stony bottom.
4 : to hurt or roughen by dragging against a rough surface I scraped my knee on the pavement.
5 : to get with difficulty and a little at a time I'm trying to scrape up money.
Definition of scrape for Students
1 : a sound, mark, or injury made by something being dragged or rubbed against something else
2 : a difficult or unpleasant situation
3 : the act of scraping
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