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scratchier

The correct spelling is scratchier.

How to pronounce scratchier

adjective

Say it like: Scr-ach-eer

The correct spelling is scratchier. Characterized by scratches. For example: "The FM station two hundred miles away was receivable, but the audio was too scratchy to positively identify."

Usage Examples

The FM station two hundred miles away was receivable, but the audio was too scratchy to positively identify.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Characterized by scratches.
  2. 2.(chiefly of a sore throat) Annoying, irritating, itchy.
  3. 3.(of an analogue radio transmission) Noisy, lossy; marred by white noise or static as a result of poor or low signal, interference or unfavourable atmospheric conditions.
  4. 4.(of a phonograph record) Having popping and/or crackling sounds due to excessive wear, especially from scratch marks.

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