Scabs

A scab, in its most common usage, refers to the hardened, protective crust that forms over a wound as it heals. This is composed of dried blood, serum, and cellular debris. Figuratively, 'scab' can denote someone who refuses to participate in a strike or boycott, often taking the jobs of striking workers, or someone considered disloyal or contemptible. The term is often used with strong negative connotations in labor disputes. scabs may also refer to certain plant diseases that form crusty patches on surfaces or to any surface blemish or imperfection. Less commonly it could also refer to superficial skin lesions, especially if they are a result of disease or injury.

Scabs meaning with examples

• The scraped knee developed a thick scab, a sure sign the healing process was underway. The child was warned not to pick at it.
• During the heated labor dispute, the company hired scabs to replace the striking workers, further inflaming tensions and prolonging the strike.
• The apple orchard was plagued by a scab disease, ruining much of the year's harvest and reducing the marketability of the fruit.
• A rough patch of scabs, like hardened terrain, marred the once-smooth skin, a reminder of the fall from the bicycle.
• Ignoring all the warnings of infection, the itch became unbearable. The surface showed a number of irritating scabs.