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chafing

verb

/ˈtʃeɪfɪŋ/

Meaning

To make sore by rubbing; to become irritated.

The rough shoes were chafing his heels.

chafing at the bit

irritating, rubbing, abrading, fretting, wearing

soothing, comforting

chafing dish, chafing belt, chafing cream

to flow or cause to flow in a steady stream; to rain heavily

Giving assistance to; helping to bear the weight of something.

To move or swing back and forth at a regular speed.

to formally forbid something by law, rule, or authority

to make something sacred, usually through a religious ceremony

to bring together again after separation