scrape vs claw

scrape and claw both are nouns.

scrape and claw both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
scrape	Yes	No	Yes	No
claw	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, claw is a hyponym of scrape; that is, claw is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than scrape:

scrape: cut the surface of; wear away the surface of
claw: scratch, scrape, pull, or dig with claws or nails

Other hyponyms of scrape include scuff.

scrape (noun)	claw (noun)
an indication of damage	sharp curved horny process on the toe of a bird or some mammals or reptiles
a deep bow with the foot drawn backwards (indicating excessive humility)	a bird's foot
a harsh noise made by scraping	a grasping structure on the limb of a crustacean or other arthropods
an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off	a mechanical device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull something

scrape (verb)	claw (verb)
scratch repeatedly	attack as if with claws
bruise, cut, or injure the skin or the surface of	scratch, scrape, pull, or dig with claws or nails
cut the surface of; wear away the surface of	clutch as if in panic
gather (money or other resources) together over time	move as if by clawing, seizing, or digging
make by scraping
bend the knees and bow in a servile manner

Difference between scrape and claw

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