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scrape vs rub

rub vs scrape

scrape and rub both are nouns.

scrape and rub both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
scrape Yes No Yes No
rub Yes No Yes No
As verbs, rub is a hypernym of scrape; that is, rub is a word with a broader meaning than scrape:
  • scrape: scratch repeatedly
  • rub: move over something with pressure
scrape (noun) rub (noun)
an indication of damage the act of rubbing or wiping
a deep bow with the foot drawn backwards (indicating excessive humility) an unforeseen obstacle
a harsh noise made by scraping
an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off
scrape (verb) rub (verb)
scratch repeatedly move over something with pressure
bruise, cut, or injure the skin or the surface of cause friction
cut the surface of; wear away the surface of scrape or rub as if to relieve itching
gather (money or other resources) together over time
make by scraping
bend the knees and bow in a servile manner
Difference between scrape and rub

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