Scuffing, also known as scratching or scraping, is a common occurrence that happens to the surface of shoes, floors, and other objects. When shoes or boots are worn, they tend to scuff the floors and damage the surface. The good news is that there are several synonyms that can refer to the same concept. Some synonyms include abrading, rubbing, chafing, grinding, and erasing. "Abrading" means to wear down or wear away the surface of an object. "Rubbing" and "chafing" both refer to the act of wearing away the surface of something. "Grinding" refers to rubbing or scraping something hard against another object. "Erasing" means to rub out or fade away something that has been written or drawn. All these synonyms can help express the action of scuffing in a more precise and accurate way.