definition of
scratch

[1] #1 scratch v. [rub, fray, fret, chafe] cause friction; "my sweater scratches". wn

[2] #2 scratch v. [scrape, scratch up] cut the surface of; wear away the surface of. wn

[3] #3 scratch n. [abrasion, scrape, excoriation] an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off. wn

[4] #4 scratch v. [rub, itch] scrape or rub as if to relieve itching; "Don't scratch your insect bites!". wn

[5] #5 scratch n. [incision, prick, slit, dent] a depression scratched or carved into a surface. wn