guā​xuē

to scrape

guā​xuē to scrape

  1. to scrape
    To scrape with a blade or tool to remove a surface layer or smooth an object; to shave; to wipe or brush against.
  2. to pare
    (bound form) used in literary or fixed compounds to mean pare or whittle

guā​xuē to exploit

  1. to extort
    To plunder or strip someone of their wealth; to extort through greed or corruption.
  2. to reduce
    (bound form) to reduce, remove, or weaken