Dictionary Check: itch

"itch" is a valid word!

Scrabble 9 points
Words with Friends 9 points

Definition

noun

a contagious skin infection caused by the itch mite; characterized by persistent itching and skin irritation

Example: "he has a bad case of the itch"
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noun

a strong restless desire

Example: "why this urge to travel?"
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noun

an irritating cutaneous sensation that produces a desire to scratch

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verb

scrape or rub as if to relieve itching

Example: "Don't scratch your insect bites!"
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verb

have or perceive an itch

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

cause to perceive an itch

Example: "his skin itched"

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