How Do You Spell SCARIFIES?

Pronunciation: [skˈaɹɪfˌa͡ɪz] (IPA)

The word "scarifies" is spelled with two syllables: /ˈskærɪfaɪz/. The first syllable is pronounced like "scare" and the second syllable rhymes with "lies." The word means to make shallow cuts or incisions in the skin or other surface, often for medicinal or cosmetic reasons. The correct spelling of this word can be challenging for non-native English speakers due to the rare use of the letter "c" and the combination of the letters "f" and "s".

SCARIFIES Meaning and Definition

1. Scarifies is a verb, derived from the noun "scarification," and it is used in various contexts to describe a specific action or process. The term typically refers to the act of making small incisions or superficial cuts on a surface, usually the skin, for different purposes.

   In the context of traditional medicine or ethnobotany, scarification may involve the intentional cutting or scratching of the skin for therapeutic or medicinal reasons. Certain cultures practice this as a form of healing or as a ritualistic practice. Scarifying the skin in a deliberate pattern can also be a form of body modification or cultural expression within some societies.

   Scarifying can also be used in the field of horticulture or gardening, where it describes the process of scratching or breaking the seed coat or outer layer of a seed before planting. This aids in the germination of the seed, as it enables moisture to penetrate the hard exterior and initiate the growth process.

   Furthermore, scarifying can be applied to the surface of materials such as wood or metal for various purposes. In woodworking, it might involve scoring or scratching the surface of the wood to improve its adhesive properties when applying glue. In metallurgy, it could refer to creating shallow grooves or scratches on the surface of metal to enhance adhesion or paint bonding.

   Overall, "scarifies" encompasses the act of superficially cutting or scratching a surface, whether for medical, horticultural, or material-related purposes.

Top Common Misspellings for SCARIFIES *

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Etymology of SCARIFIES

The word "scarifies" originated from the Old French term "escarifier", which derived from the Latin word "excarificare". In Latin, "excarificare" combines the prefix "ex", meaning "out", with "carus", meaning "flesh or meat", and the verb "ficare", meaning "to make" or "cause". Therefore, "escarifier" originally referred to the act of making incisions or cuts in the flesh. Over time, the term "scarifies" emerged in English with a more metaphorical usage, referring to the act of criticizing, censuring, or rebuking someone harshly.

Similar spelling words for SCARIFIES

• scraper,
• scarper,
• scruples,
• scribe,
• Scarber,
• scarface,
• scharf,
• scurfy,
• scarfpin,
• scrapie,
• scorpius,
• Scharff,
• scruff,
• scorpio,
• scorpionfish,
• scruffy,
• scarify.

Conjugate verb Scarifies

CONDITIONAL

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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE

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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE PERFECT

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

you scarify

we let´s scarify

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to scarify

PAST

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PAST CONTINUOUS

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PAST PARTICIPLE

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PAST PERFECT

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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT

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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

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PRESENT PERFECT

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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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