Meaning of the word scraping in English
What does scraping mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
scraping
US /ˈskreɪ.pɪŋ/
UK /ˈskreɪ.pɪŋ/
Noun
1.
a harsh, grating sound made by rubbing against a surface
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We heard a loud scraping sound from the kitchen.
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The constant scraping of chairs on the floor was annoying.
2.
the action of rubbing a surface with a hard or sharp object
Example:
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The constant scraping of the shovel against the pavement wore it down.
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The artist used a delicate scraping technique to create texture.
Adjective
barely sufficient; meager
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They lived on a scraping income.
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He made a scraping living as a street musician.