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chafe

verb
/ʧeɪf/

Meaning

To make or become sore by rubbing; to feel irritation or impatience.

Example Sentences

The tight shoes began to chafe his heels.

Example Expressions

chafe at the bit

Synonyms

irritate, rub, scrape, abrade, annoy

Antonyms

soothe, comfort

Collocations

chafe against, chafe at, chafe under, chafe skin

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