claw off
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To remove by clawing.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The tiger clawed off her face.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To beat to windward to avoid being driven on to a lee shore.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To hit or beat up (someone).
Register: dated, slang
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “claw off” mean?
To remove by clawing.
Is “claw off” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.