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scrape vs graze

graze vs scrape

scrape and graze both are nouns.

scrape and graze both are verbs.

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

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