Definitions
There are 17 meanings of the word
Scratches.
Scratches - as a noun
An abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off
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abrasionexcoriationscrapeHypernyms (Closely Related)
lesionwoundHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A depression scratched or carved into a surface
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dentincisionslitHypernyms (Closely Related)
depressionimpressionimprintHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Informal terms for money
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boodlebreadcabbageclamsdinerodoughgeltkalelettucelollylootlucremoolahpelfshekelssimoleonssugarwampumA competitor who has withdrawn from competition
A line indicating the location of the start of a race or a game
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scratch linestartstarting lineA harsh noise made by scraping
Example: "The scrape of violin bows distracted her"
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scrapescrapingscratchingPoor handwriting
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cacographyscrawlscribbleHypernyms (Closely Related)
handhandwritingscriptHyponyms (Broadly Related)
(golf) a handicap of zero strokes
Example: "A golfer who plays at scratch should be able to achieve par on a course"
Scratches - as a verb
Cut the surface of; wear away the surface of
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
scrapescratch upHypernyms (Closely Related)
inciseHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Scrape or rub as if to relieve itching
Example: "Don't scratch your insect bites!"
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itchrubPostpone indefinitely or annul something that was scheduled
Example: "Call off the engagement"
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call offcancelscrubRemove by erasing or crossing out or as if by drawing a line
Example: "Please strike this remark from the record"
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exciseexpungestrikeExample Sentences
"He had several scratches on his arms from playing with the cat."
"The car had deep scratches on the side from a minor accident."
"I accidentally left some scratches on the table while moving it."
"The wooden floor was covered in scratches from the dog's nails."
"She got a few scratches on her face from falling off her bike."
Word Game Points
Is SCRATCHES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, scratches is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SCRATCHES has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is SCRATCHES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, scratches is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSCRATCHES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is SCRATCHES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, scratches is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSCRATCHES has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
