itchy (/ˈɪtʃi/)

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adjective  ·  Intermediate  ·  Body & Health

🔊 /ˈɪtʃi/

Meaning

Meaning: causing or feeling an itch

Feeling an itch, or causing one. It describes skin or clothing that makes you want to scratch.

Examples

🗣 My skin felt itchy after the insect bites.

Etymology

From ‘itch’ (Old English ‘giccan’) plus ‘-y’.

How & Where It’s Used

Common for skin reactions and rough fabrics.

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Tags: skin, sensation

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