SCRATCHES
9 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of SCRATCHES
A disruption, mark or shallow cut on a surface made by scratching.
"Her skin was covered with tiny scratches."
An act of scratching the skin to alleviate an itch or irritation.
"The dog sat up and had a good scratch."
A starting line (originally and simply, a line scratched in the ground), as in boxing.
To rub a surface with a sharp object, especially by a living creature to remove itching with nails, claws, etc.
"Could you please scratch my back?"
To rub the skin with rough material causing a sensation of irritation; to cause itching.
"I don't like that new scarf because it scratches my neck."
To mark a surface with a sharp object, thereby leaving a scratch (noun).
"A real diamond can easily scratch a pane of glass."
Synonym of pastern dermatitis
Examples of SCRATCHES in a Sentence
- "Her skin was covered with tiny scratches."
- "The dog sat up and had a good scratch."
- "Could you please scratch my back?"
- "I don't like that new scarf because it scratches my neck."
Word Details
Is SCRATCHES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SCRATCHES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SCRATCHES uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SCRATCHES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | c | r | a | t | c | h | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 17 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SCRATCHES
100 words from the letters in SCRATCHES
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How to Use SCRATCHES in Word Games
SCRATCHES is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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