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Meaning of scratching post

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

scratching

Pronunciation:/ˈskɹætʃɪŋ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To rub a surface with a sharp object, especially by a living creature to remove itching with nails, claws, etc.

    Example: Could you please scratch my back?

  2. To rub the skin with rough material causing a sensation of irritation; to cause itching.

    Example: I don't like that new scarf because it scratches my neck.

  3. To mark a surface with a sharp object, thereby leaving a scratch (noun).

    Example: A real diamond can easily scratch a pane of glass.

  4. To cross out, strike out, strike through some text on a page.

noun

Definitions

  1. The act or sound of something being scratched.

    Example: We heard further scratchings at the door as the dog whined to be let in.

  2. A pork scratching.

  3. Record scratching, a technique of starting and stopping a vinyl record from playing to produce music in hip hop.