clawed
v. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈkɫɔd// UK //klˈɔːd// clawed
v. to scratch or dig into something with your nails or claws. You use this when someone is trying to hold on to something or cause damage.
v. to scratch or dig into a surface with nails or claws. Often used to describe the act of grasping or damaging a surface through force.
The cat clawed at the furniture to mark its territory.
The hikers clawed their way up the steep rock face to reach the summit before sunset.
The desperate climbers clawed at the icy rock face, their fingers numb and bleeding as they fought to find a secure handhold during the sudden storm.