scrape

/skɹeɪp/verb
Elementary
1

To draw (an object, especially a sharp or angular one), along (something) while exerting pressure.

2

To remove (something) by drawing an object along in this manner.

3

To injure or damage by rubbing across a surface.

4

To barely manage to achieve or attain.

5

To collect or gather, especially without regard to the quality of what is chosen.

6

To extract data by automated means from a format not intended to be machine-readable, such as a screenshot or a formatted web page.

7

To occupy oneself with getting laboriously.

8

To play awkwardly and inharmoniously on a violin or similar instrument.

9

To draw back the right foot along the ground or floor when making a bow.

10

To express disapprobation of (a play, etc.) or to silence (a speaker) by drawing the feet back and forth upon the floor; usually with down.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing