n.
1.a harsh noise made by scraping
2.an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off
3.a deep bow with the foot drawn backwards (indicating excessive humility)
4.an indication of damage scrape v.
1.scratch repeatedly
2.make by scraping
3.cut the surface of
4.bend the knees and bow in a servile manner
5.gather (money or other resources) together over time
6.bruise, cut, or injure the skin or the surface of
7.strike against an object