26984 words

itch

4 definitions • 5 examples
1
to have or cause an uncomfortable feeling on the skin that makes you want to rub it with your nails:

Examples:

I can't wear wool - it makes me itch.
2
an uncomfortable feeling on the skin that makes you want to rub it with your nails:

Examples:

I've got an itch on the back of my neck.
3
to have an uncomfortable feeling on the skin that makes you want to rub it with something hard:

Examples:

My insect bites are itching.
4
an uncomfortable feeling on the skin that makes you want to rub it with something hard:

Examples:

I have an itch on the back of my neck.
[ + to infinitive ] He has an itch (= desire) to travel.

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