Chafe
Pronunciation: /ˈtʃeɪf/
Chafe (verb)
- To make skin sore by rubbing against something.
- To become annoyed or impatient because of a restriction or delay.
Examples
- The tight shoes chafe my heels during long walks.
- Wearing a wet suit can chafe the skin if not fitted properly.
Common collocations: chafe the skin, chafe against, chafe at, chafe under, prevent chafe
Chafe (noun)
- A sore or red area on the skin caused by rubbing.
Examples
- The runner applied cream to prevent chafe during the marathon.
- Chafe can be painful if not treated promptly.