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graze vs scrape

scrape vs graze

graze and scrape both are nouns.

graze and scrape both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
graze Yes No Yes No
scrape Yes No Yes No
As nouns, scrape is a hypernym of graze; that is, scrape is a word with a broader meaning than graze:
  • graze: a superficial abrasion
  • scrape: an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off
Other hypernyms of graze include abrasion, excoriation, scratch.
graze (noun) scrape (noun)
the act of grazing an indication of damage
a superficial abrasion a deep bow with the foot drawn backwards (indicating excessive humility)
a harsh noise made by scraping
an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off
graze (verb) scrape (verb)
eat lightly, try different dishes scratch repeatedly
scrape gently bruise, cut, or injure the skin or the surface of
feed as in a meadow or pasture cut the surface of; wear away the surface of
break the skin (of a body part) by scraping gather (money or other resources) together over time
let feed in a field or pasture or meadow make by scraping
bend the knees and bow in a servile manner
Difference between graze and scrape

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