Dictionary Check: chafe

"chafe" is a valid word!

Scrabble 13 points
Words with Friends 13 points

Definition

noun

soreness and warmth caused by friction

Example: "he had a nasty chafe on his knee"
noun

anger produced by some annoying irritation

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verb

become or make sore by or as if by rubbing

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verb

feel extreme irritation or anger

Example: "He was chafing at her suggestion that he stay at home while she went on a vacation"
verb

cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations

Example: "Mosquitoes buzzing in my ear really bothers me"
verb

tear or wear off the skin or make sore by abrading

Example: "This leash chafes the dog's neck"
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