scraping
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B2
/ˈskreɪpɪŋ/
(scrape)
remove by rubbing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'scrape' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'scrapen', where 'scrap-' meant 'to scratch'.
Historical Evolution
'scrapen' transformed into the modern English word 'scrape'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to scratch or rub', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of removing something from a surface by rubbing or scratching.
The scraping of the old paint took hours.
Synonyms
Verb 1
present participle of 'scrape'.
She is scraping the ice off the windshield.
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45