Meaning & Definition of word "Scrape"

Scrape

/skreɪp/

1. a mark or wound made by scraping.
- Example: He had a scrape on his knee from falling off his bike.
2. the act of scraping something.
- Example: The scrape of the shovel against the concrete was loud.

1. to remove (a surface layer) from something by using a sharp or hard tool.
- Example: She had to scrape the ice off the car windshield before driving.
2. to gather or collect something, especially information or data, often in a rough or hasty manner.
- Example: He decided to scrape together some funds for the charity event.
3. to make a noisy sound by rubbing against a rough surface.
- Example: The chair scraped against the floor as he stood up.

Middle English 'scrapen', from Old Norse 'skrapa', meaning 'to scrape'.

scrape by:

To manage to live or survive with difficulty.

scrape one's knees:

To injure one's knees by falling or knocking against something.

scrape the bottom of the barrel:

To use the last available resources or options.

scraper:

A tool or device used to scrape surfaces clean.

scrapping:

The act of removing or discarding something.

scratched:

Marked or damaged with cuts or abrasions.

Meaning: To steal or take something without permission.

Example Sentence: He scraped a pair of shoes from the store.

Meaning: To manage to acquire something with great effort.

Example Sentence: I barely scraped together enough money for the concert.