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incise vs scrape

scrape vs incise

incise is not a noun while scrape is a noun.

incise and scrape both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
incise No No Yes No
scrape Yes No Yes No
As verbs, scrape is a hyponym of incise; that is, scrape is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than incise:
  • incise: make an incision into by carving or cutting
  • scrape: cut the surface of; wear away the surface of
Other hyponyms of incise include notch, scratch, scratch up, groove, slit, worry, deaden, girdle.
incise (noun) scrape (noun)
an indication of damage
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
incise (verb) scrape (verb)
make an incision into by carving or cutting scratch repeatedly
bruise, cut, or injure the skin or the surface of
cut the surface of; wear away the surface of
gather (money or other resources) together over time
make by scraping
bend the knees and bow in a servile manner
Difference between incise and scrape

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