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scratching

UK
/ˈskrætʃɪŋ/
US
/ˈskrætʃɪŋ/
scratching off
scratching out
scratching up
scratchingnoun
scratchings
pl
Translations
The constant scratching was a sign of an allergy.
Постоянное чесание было признаком аллергии.
Additional translations
скрежет
царапанье
Definitions
The act of scraping or rubbing a surface with something sharp or rough, often to relieve an itch.
The scratching of the cat on the door was loud enough to wake everyone up.
Marks or abrasions produced by something scratching a surface.
The scratching on the tabletop was clearly visible in the morning light.
A sound produced by something being scraped or rubbed against a surface.
The scratching of the record player added a vintage feel to the music.
A piece of fried pig skin eaten as a snack, usually referred to in the plural as "scratchings".
He bought a packet of pork scratchings to go with his beer.
Synonyms
scrape
scuff
mark
gash
scratch
scratchinggerund / present participle
UK
/ˈskrætʃɪŋ/
US
/ˈskrætʃɪŋ/
Used attributively before nouns (e.g., "scratching post", "scratching sound").
Definitions
Causing or intended for the act of scratching; that scratches.
The cat ignored its new scratching post.
Producing or characterized by a scraping or rasping sound.
A scratching noise echoed through the empty hallway.
Engaged in the action of scratching.
A scratching dog sat by the doorstep.
Synonyms
scraping
rasping
grating
rubbing
chafing
itching
grazing
scoring
scratchverb

scratching

Gerund

scratched
Past Simple
scratched
Past Participle
scratching
Gerund
UK
/skrætʃ/
US
/skrætʃ/
Translations
The cat likes to scratch the furniture.
Кошка любит царапать мебель.
He began to scratch his head in confusion.
Он начал чесать голову в замешательстве.
Be careful not to scratch yourself on the thorns.
Будь осторожен, чтобы не царапаться о шипы.
Additional translations
скрести
поскрести
Definitions
To rub or scrape a surface with something sharp or rough, often to relieve an itch.
She scratched her arm where the mosquito had bitten her.
To make a small cut or mark on a surface by scraping it with something sharp.
He accidentally scratched the car door with his keys.
To cancel or remove something from a list or plan.
They decided to scratch the last item from the agenda.
To withdraw or eliminate a competitor from a race or competition.
The horse was scratched from the race due to an injury.
To write or draw something hastily or carelessly.
He scratched a quick note on the back of an envelope.
To create the rhythmic sound effect used by DJs by rapidly moving a vinyl record back and forth while adjusting the mixer.
He learned to scratch records like a professional turntablist.
Synonyms
scrape
scuff
mark
score
graze
scrawl
scatch
scrabble
scratchnoun
Definitions
A mark or wound made by scratching.
The cat left a scratch on my arm after I tried to pick it up.
A starting point or position, often used in the context of races.
The runners lined up at the scratch, ready for the race to begin.
A sound made by scraping or rubbing.
I heard a scratch at the door and realized it was the dog wanting to come in.
A type of competition or game where no handicaps are given.
The golf tournament was played as a scratch event, with all players competing on equal terms.
Money, especially ready cash (slang).
I'm a little short on scratch until payday.
The act or instance of scratching, especially to relieve an itch.
One good scratch on the insect bite made the irritation disappear for a moment.
A hastily written note or piece of illegible handwriting; a scrawl.
Her phone number was just a scratch on the back of the receipt.
A technique or the characteristic percussive sound created by moving a vinyl record back and forth on a turn-table while manipulating the cross-fader on a DJ mixer.
The DJ threw in a quick scratch that sent the crowd wild.
scratchadjective
Definitions
Put together hastily or from whatever materials or people are available; makeshift.
With several players injured, the coach fielded a scratch team for the final.
Having no handicap or advantage applied; at a base level of ability.
She is a scratch golfer, playing off a handicap of zero.
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