Pronunciation: /tʃeɪf/
noun a soreness or irritation of the skin caused by friction
A1 My new shoes chafe my heels.
A2 The rough fabric of the shirt caused chafing on my skin.
B1 The backpack straps chafe against my shoulders during long hikes.
B2 Wearing tight clothing can often lead to chafing in sensitive areas.
C1 The constant friction from the rope caused severe chafing on his hands.
C2 Professional athletes often use specialized gear to prevent chafing during intense competitions.
verb to irritate or annoy
A1 My new shoes chafe my feet.
A2 The rough fabric of the sweater chafed against his skin.
B1 Wearing wet clothes can chafe the skin and cause irritation.
B2 The backpack straps chafed against her shoulders during the long hike.
C1 The constant friction from the rope chafed the metal railing, causing it to wear down.
C2 The lack of lubrication in the engine caused the parts to chafe against each other, leading to mechanical issues.
formal The rough fabric of the new uniform caused the soldier's skin to chafe.
informal I hate wearing these shoes, they always chafe my heels.
slang I can't wear that shirt, it chafes me like crazy.
figurative The constant criticism began to chafe at her self-confidence.
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