Scratcher

A 'Scratcher' is a person or thing that scratches. This can encompass a wide range of actions and objects, from someone who scratches an itch to a machine that scratches the surface of something. In a more specific context, it often refers to a lottery ticket that requires the consumer to scratch off a surface to reveal a potential prize. This can also apply metaphorically to someone or something that seeks to find something by removing or examining the outer layer or surface of a topic.

Scratcher meaning with examples

• The dog, a nervous Scratcher, constantly scratched at the door, begging to be let outside. The persistent Scratcher eventually wore away the paint on the frame. Her frantic scratching caused the wood to splinter. Finally, the family relented and let him out, hoping he'd calmed his nervous actions, the Scratcher was now a happy dog.
• He nervously became a Scratcher of his arm as he awaited the examination results. The repeated scratching left red marks, a sign of his anxiety. The habit made him forget why he was there. The Scratcher, lost in thought, absentmindedly continued the habit as the doctor announced a solution.
• The new lottery Scratcher boasted instant wins and big prizes. Customers eagerly purchased the scratchers, hoping to strike it rich. Each Scratcher, a ticket with a secret. The store's cashier had seen many hopeful Scratchers come through her door. Each one, filled with hopes and dreams.
• As a dedicated researcher, she acted as a Scratcher, constantly peeling back the layers of history to uncover hidden truths. She was a Scratcher who wasn't afraid to dig deep. This careful approach was a challenge but necessary to uncover information. The Scratcher's work shed light on previously unknown stories.