Scraper

/ˈskreɪpər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A tool or device used for scraping or removing material from a surface.

She used a scraper to get the old paint off the wooden door.

A software program that extracts data from websites.

The developer wrote a web scraper to collect data for his research project.

A person's occupation involving the scraping of materials, often in construction or maintenance.

He works as a scraper, preparing surfaces for painting.

From the verb 'scrape'.

data scraper

A tool or program that extracts data from other websites.

paint scraper

A tool designed to remove paint from surfaces.

web scraper

A software application that collects and extracts information from websites.

scrape

To remove material from a surface by rubbing or dragging.

scraping

The act of removing a surface layer or material.

A term used for someone who copies or takes content unlawfully.

He’s just a scraper, taking articles from other sites without permission.

In urban slang, sometimes refers to someone who is frugal or cheap.

Don't be such a scraper, spend a little on good food!