itch
noun/ɪtʃ/
Frequency rank: #8,967 most common English word
Meaning
an uncomfortable sensation on the skin that makes you want to scratch.
Example sentence
He felt the itch on his arm after walking through the tall grass.
Synonyms & related words
- tingle
- irritation
- prickling
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