As a Noun: 1. Marks left on a person's or an animal's body from being clawed at or scratched. English = scratches. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. Of an animal or bird, to rub or move its claws over something. English = claw, scratch. 2. Of a person, to rub or drag your fingernails across another person with the aim of hurting them. English = scratch.