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scarify

verb

/ˈskærɪfaɪ/

Meaning

to make shallow cuts or scratches; to loosen the surface of soil

The farmer scarified the soil before planting seeds.

scratch, scrape, cut, incise

smooth, polish

scarify the soil, scarify the surface, scarify lawn

to overrun in large numbers, especially so as to cause damage or discomfort

to travel on or in a vehicle; to sit on and control a horse

to deny responsibility or connection with something

To maintain or support oneself, especially at a minimal level.

to make skin or a hide brown by exposure to the sun or by using chemicals

Investigating or studying thoroughly; searching into or ranging over for the purpose of discovery.