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To rub a surface with a sharp object, especially by a living creature to remove itching with nails, claws, etc.
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Could you please scratch my back?
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To rub the skin with rough material causing a sensation of irritation; to cause itching.
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I don't like that new scarf because it scratches my neck.
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To mark a surface with a sharp object, thereby leaving a scratch (noun).
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A real diamond can easily scratch a pane of glass.
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To cross out, strike out, strike through some text on a page.
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To produce a distinctive sound on a turntable by moving a vinyl record back and forth while manipulating the crossfader (see also scratching).
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To commit a foul in pool, as where the cue ball is put into a pocket or jumps off the table.
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Embarrassingly, he scratched on the break, popping the cue completely off the table.
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To score, not by skillful play but by some fortunate chance of the game.
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To write or draw hastily or awkwardly; scrawl.
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To dig or excavate with the claws.
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Some animals scratch holes, in which they burrow.
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To dig or scrape (a person's skin) with claws or fingernails in self-defense or with the intention to injure.
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The cat scratched the little girl.