scratcher

Thân thiện

The cat uses the scratcher to sharpen its claws.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A device used for scratching: A tool or implement designed to scrape or rub a surface, often to relieve an itch, remove a substance, or create a mark.
   • A person who scratches to relieve an itch: An individual who engages in the act of scratching their skin, typically to alleviate itching.
   • A workman who uses a tool for scratching: A laborer or artisan whose job involves using a scratching tool on a material, such as in decorative engraving or surface preparation.

Usage Examples

• Noun (Device):
  • The cat's favorite toy is a sturdy cardboard scratcher.
  • He used a back scratcher to reach the itch between his shoulder blades.
• Noun (Person):
  • The dermatologist advised the chronic scratcher to keep their nails short to prevent skin damage.
• Noun (Workman):
  • The artisan was a skilled scratcher, etching intricate designs into the glass surface.

Advanced Usage

• "Lottery scratcher": A type of instant lottery ticket where one scratches off a coating to reveal symbols or numbers. (Note: This is a compound noun where "scratcher" is part of a fixed phrase).
  • He bought a few lottery scratchers at the gas station.

Variants and Related Words

• Scratch (verb/noun): To scrape or rub a surface with something sharp or rough; a mark or sound made by scratching.
• Scratchy (adjective): Causing or characterized by scratching; rough in texture or sound.

Synonyms

• Scraper (for a device): A tool for scraping.
• Itcher (informal, for a person): One who feels an itch.
• Engraver (for a workman, in some contexts): A person who cuts designs into a hard surface.

Related Phrases

• Scratch the surface: To deal with only the superficial aspects of something.
  • Our investigation has only begun to scratch the surface of the problem.
• Start from scratch: To begin from the very beginning, with no prior work or advantage.
  • After the fire, they had to start their business from scratch.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a device used for scratching
2. a person who scratches to relieve an itch
3. a workman who uses a tool for scratching