Definitions for itch

Definitions for (noun) itch

Main entry: itch, itchiness, itching

Definition: an irritating cutaneous sensation that produces a desire to scratch


Main entry: urge, itch

Definition: a strong restless desire

Usage: why this urge to travel?


Main entry: scabies, itch

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

Usage: he has a bad case of the itch


Definitions for (verb) itch

Main entry: spoil, itch

Definition: have a strong desire or urge to do something

Usage: She is itching to start the project; He is spoiling for a fight


Main entry: rub, scratch, itch

Definition: scrape or rub as if to relieve itching

Usage: Don't scratch your insect bites!


Main entry: itch

Definition: have or perceive an itch

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


Main entry: itch

Definition: cause to perceive an itch

Usage: his skin itched


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