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Definition scratchy in American English

scratchy adjective

adjective
/ˈskrætʃi/
1

a scratchy record, voice, etc. makes an unpleasant sound like two rough surfaces rubbing together

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2

rough and uncomfortable against your skin

Example

a scratchy wool sweater

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Definition scratchy in American English