Meaning ofscratchin English

Verb

1. to rub with sharp object; relieve itch
   The cat began to scratch its ear to relieve the itch.
2. to mark surface with sharp object
   She used a needle to scratch her name onto the surface of the rock.
3. to cross out; remove written text
   She had to scratch out the incorrect answer on her test.
4. to create sound on a turntable
   The DJ learned to scratch a new beat on the turntable.
5. to withdraw from a competition
   The team had to scratch from the tournament due to injuries.
6. to withdraw from a sports event (in a larger meeting)
   The athlete decided to scratch from the final race to avoid further injury.
7. to write or draw hastily; scrawl
   She quickly scratch out a note to remind herself.
8. to excavate with claws
   The bear began to scratch the ground with its powerful claws.
9. to scrape or dig with claws; self-defense
   The cat started to scratch the furniture with its sharp claws.