noun
clawing
Clawing (noun) means the act of scratching or tearing with claws. Example: “The clawing at the door woke everyone up.”
noun
1
The act of scratching or tearing with claws.
"The clawing at the door woke everyone up."
adj
1
Producing a gripping, desperate sense of panic or dread.
"A clawing anxiety crept over him as the deadline approached."
How to use clawing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishScratching with claws — or, figuratively, an intense gnawing feeling.
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Word forms
- Plural
- clawings
- Comparative
- more clawing
- Superlative
- most clawing
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Rhymes for clawing
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What does “clawing” mean?
The word “clawing” means the act of scratching or tearing with claws. In plain terms, scratching with claws — or, figuratively, an intense gnawing feeling.
How do you use “clawing” in a sentence?
Here is “clawing” used in a sentence: “The clawing at the door woke everyone up.”
What part of speech is “clawing”?
Depending on how it is used, “clawing” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “clawing” have?
“Clawing” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of scratching or tearing with claws.
