<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>the foot of an animal having claws.</li><li>the foot of any animal.</li><li>Informal: the human hand, especially one that is large, rough, or clumsy.</li></ul><p><strong>Verb (used with object)</strong></p><ul><li>to strike or scrape with the paws or feet.</li><li>Informal: to handle or caress clumsily, rudely, or with unwelcome familiarity.</li></ul><p><strong>Verb (used without object)</strong></p><ul><li>to beat or scrape the floor, ground, etc., with the paws or feet.</li><li>Informal: to handle or caress someone or something in a clumsy or rude manner or with unwelcome familiarity.</li></ul>