Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scrape
verb
/skreɪp/
Definition
To remove something from a surface using a harsh or abrasive motion.
Examples
- She had to scrape the ice off her car windshield before driving.
- After dinner, he scraped his plate clean.
- He managed to scrape together enough money for a new bicycle.
Meaning
To scratch or rub off a layer from a surface; to gather or collect quickly, often in a rough manner.
Synonyms
- Scratch
- Abrade
- Collect
- Gather
- Remove
