Meaning of 'itch'

Find the meaning of the word ‘itch’

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Meaning of ‘itch’

7 definitions found.

itch

noun

an irritating cutaneous sensation that produces a desire to scratch

Synonyms: itchiness itching

noun

a strong restless desire

Synonyms: urge

noun

a contagious skin infection caused by the itch mite

Example: "characterized by persistent itching and skin irritation"

Synonyms: scabies

verb

have a strong desire or urge to do something

Example: "They are itching to start the project."

Synonyms: spoil

verb

scrape or rub as if to relieve itching

Synonyms: rub

verb

have or perceive an itch

Example: "I'm itching--the air is so dry!"

verb

cause to perceive an itch

Example: "Their skin itched."

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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