scratch
1. (From "scratchpad") Describes a data structure or recording medium attached
to a machine for testing or temporary-use purposes; one that can be scribbled on
without loss. Usually in the combining forms "scratch memory", "scratch
register", "scratch disk", "scratch tape", "scratch volume".
See also scratch monkey.
2. (primarily IBM) To delete (as in a file).
[Jargon File]
(1994-12-15)
Nearby terms:
SCPI Consortium « scram switch « SCRAP « scratch
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