scratching

C2 · Proficiency Uncountable noun Music Technical

n. moving a vinyl record back and forth by hand to create rhythmic sounds.

n. a DJ technique involving the manual manipulation of a vinyl record to produce percussive or rhythmic sounds.

“The DJ used scratching to add a cool rhythm to the hip-hop track.”

“Advanced scratching requires precise motor control and a deep understanding of rhythmic syncopation within the context of live performance.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Cooking British English

n. a piece of fried pig skin that is very crunchy and salty.

n. a snack consisting of deep-fried pig skin, typically seasoned with salt.

“He bought a bag of pork scratchings to eat while watching the game.”

“While common in British pubs, pork scratchings are often avoided by health-conscious consumers due to their high sodium and fat content.”