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scratch

1. Billiards snooker

a. a shot that results in a penalty, as when the cue ball enters the pocket

b. a lucky shot

2. poultry food

scratch [skrach]

(computer science)

To remove data or to set up its identifying labels so that new data can be written over it.

scratch

To score or groove a plaster surface to provide a better bond for the succeeding coat.

1.		scratch - (From "scratchpad") Describes a data structure or recording medium attached to a machine for testing or temporary-use purposes; one that can be scribbled on without loss. Usually in the combining forms "scratch memory", "scratch register", "scratch disk", "scratch tape", "scratch volume". See also scratch monkey.
2.		scratch - (primarily IBM) To delete (as in a file).

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