handscrape

/ˈhændskreɪp/

Definitions

1. noun

the act of scraping or rubbing with one’s hands, especially to remove dirt or paint

“The artist used a combination of handscrape and sandpaper to smooth out the wooden surface.”

2. verb

to remove or scrape with one’s hands, especially dirt or paint

“She handscraped the old paint from the walls before repainting.”

Synonyms

  • rub
  • scrape

Antonyms

  • polish
  • smooth