1. (n.) The foot of a quadruped having claws, as the lion, dog, cat, etc.

2. (n.) The hand.

3. (v. i.) To draw the forefoot along the ground; to beat or scrape with the forefoot.

4. (v. t.) To pass the paw over; to stroke or handle with the paws; hence, to handle fondly or rudely.

5. (v. t.) To scrape or beat with the forefoot.