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Rarescarifying
The correct spelling is scarifying.
How to pronounce scarifying
verb
Say it like: Sca-rieei-ng
The correct spelling is scarifying. To remove thatch (build-up of organic matter on the soil) from a lawn, to dethatch. For example: "A combing tool is used to scarify, cross-scratch, or score the surface of a scratch coat or undercoat of plaster."
Usage Examples
“A combing tool is used to scarify, cross-scratch, or score the surface of a scratch coat or undercoat of plaster.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To remove thatch (build-up of organic matter on the soil) from a lawn, to dethatch.
- 2.To make scratches or cuts on.
- 3.To harrow the feelings.
- 4.To scar.
- 5.Denude, or lay waste to.
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