Scrape

usgb/skreɪp/
verb

To move a hard tool or piece of metal across a surface to remove dirt or a thin layer from it.

You need to scrape the paint off the wall before you repaint it.
Visual representation of "scrape" - To move a hard tool or piece of metal across a surface to remove dirt or a thin layer from it.

Often appears as...

  • scrape off
  • scrape out
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Visual representation of "scrape"
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Physical action

Refers to a forceful action, literally removing something by scraping.

Illustration for Physical action
You need to scrape the grime from your shoes.
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Not just dirt

Can be used for removing other things, like paint or ice.

Illustration for Not just dirt
I have to scrape ice off the windshield every morning.
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