Words Like SCARIFY

We have put together a list of words that are similar to SCARIFY.

3 Alternative Words Similar to scarify

1 Mark Verb      Synonym Words Like Mark
2 Nock Verb      Synonym Words Like Nock
3 Score Verb      Synonym Words Like Score

9 definitions of scarify

1 In surgery, to scratch or make superficial incisions in: as, to scarify the gums.
2 To stir up and prepare for sowing or planting by means of a scarifier: as, to scarify the soil.
3 Figuratively, to harrow or rasp, as the feelings.
4 To scar.
5 Denude, or lay waste to.
6 To remove thatch (build-up of organic matter on the soil) from a lawn, to de-thatch.
7 break up
8 scratch the surface of
9 puncture and scar (the skin), as for purposes or tribal identification or rituals
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