scratch
scratch
living beings wild animals verb
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scratch belongs to the topic "Wild Animals". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
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To scratch or tear using claws; specifically implies the use of claws and usually animals.
The tiger clawed the tree and left deep marks.
To drag something across a surface, often removing material; can be more forceful than 'scratch'.
The badger scraped the bark off the tree with its claws.
A light scrape or abrasion (often accidental); also means to feed on grass (animals).
The deer grazed its flank on a branch and got a small scrape.
To touch or scrape with a paw; usually animal action and can be gentler or clumsy rather than sharp scratching.
The fox pawed at the hole in the fence.
To make a small cut or notch; implies a tiny wound or chip rather than a long scratch.
The cub nicked its paw on a sharp branch.
To move something back and forth over a surface by applying pressure; may or may not cause a scratch.
The wolf rubbed its side against a rock and left a scrape.
What's the difference
How is scratch different from related words?
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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How to pronounce scratch and what this word means
scratch means scratch. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce scratch
/ˈskrætʃ/
scratch translation
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scratch examples
Cats scratch the sofa edge.
scratch transcription
/ˈskrætʃ/, /ˈskrætʃ/
Questions about this word
scratch meaning: what does it mean?
living beings wild animals verb
scratch pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
scratch is pronounced as /ˈskrætʃ/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
scratch definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Cats scratch the sofa edge. Translation: Кошки царапают край дивана.
Is scratch part of Wild Animals vocabulary?
Yes, scratch can be learned in the Wild Animals topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is scratch part of Living Beings vocabulary?
Yes, scratch can be learned in the Living Beings topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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