What is another word for Clawing?

Pronunciation: [klˈɔːɪŋ] (IPA)

Clawing is the act of gripping or scratching fiercely using sharp and curved claws. Some synonyms for the word clawing include scratching, digging, tearing, raking, shredding, gouging, and manipulating. These words are often used to describe animals such as cats, bears, and birds of prey, who use their claws for hunting and self-defense. In a figurative sense, clawing can also describe someone who is struggling to succeed but facing obstacles, such as "clawing their way to the top." Other synonyms in this context might include struggling, battling, fighting, or persevering. Whatever the context, the image of sharp claws digging in or tearing away is always prominent.

What are the hypernyms for Clawing?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Clawing

Then the former trainer shot out a Clawing, ravenous hand.
"Garrison's Finish A Romance of the Race-Course"
W. B. M. Ferguson
The four little ones followed her, Clawing and whining their way to the bottom-all but one, who when half-way down turned and jumped, landing on his mother's soft back to save himself trouble.
"A Little Brother to the Bear and other Animal Stories"
William Long
Some negroes threw themselves upon the ground and, Clawing out with their fingers lumps of earth, sucked out the remnants of moisture.
"In Desert and Wilderness"
Henryk Sienkiewicz

Related words: animal clawing, cat clawing, dog clawing, nail clawing, skin clawing, thumb clawing, foot clawing

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