scratching

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : The act or sound of scraping a surface with something sharp or rough : A harsh, grating noise produced by friction, often from an object being dragged across a surface. The result or mark of such an action : A superficial mark or slight injury made by scraping the skin or a surface. Usage and Examples Noun (Sound) : The constant scratching of the pen on the paper was irritatin...