GRAZE Synonyms: 75 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb (1)

ˈgrāz

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as in to pasture

to feed on grass or herbs cows grazing in the meadow

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as in to scrape

to damage by rubbing against a sharp or rough surface I grazed my elbow diving for the ball

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as in to brush

to pass lightly across or touch gently especially in passing the volleyball just grazed my face, so I'm okay

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graze

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noun

as in bruise

an area of skin roughened or worn away by harsh rubbing against another surface a stumble that resulted in nothing more serious than a graze on the knee

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Midway through the one-mile return leg, the trail gives up the widest-angle views of the Salt River Valley and on lucky days, grazing wild horses and vintage aircraft from the Commemorative Air Force Aviation Museum can be spotted flying overhead. —

Mare Czinar, The Arizona Republic, 13 Dec. 2024 In July, a potential assassin’s bullet grazed Donald Trump’s ear. —

New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 31 Dec. 2024

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Rowers have been reminded of the importance of covering cuts, grazes, and blisters with waterproof dressings, taking care not to swallow river water, wearing suitable footwear when launching or recovering a boat, and cleaning all equipment thoroughly. —

Matt Woosnam, The Athletic, 4 July 2024 The man suffered two gunshot wounds in his left arm and a graze wound in his neck and was transported to Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in critical condition. —

Chicago Tribune, 19 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for graze