Scratch or dent, say Crossword Clue

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Scratch or dent, say Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person’s body)
2. the month following February and preceding April
(verb)
1. make imperfect
2. destroy or injure severely

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SCRATCH (noun)
1. a line indicating the location of the start of a race or a game
2. a depression scratched or carved into a surface
SCRATCH (verb)
1. cause friction
2. carve, cut, or etch into a material or surface
DENT (noun)
1. a depression scratched or carved into a surface
2. an impression in a surface (as made by a blow)
DENT (verb)
1. make a depression into

Hint 3: Anagram

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