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Definition ticklish in American English

ticklish adjective

adjective
/ˈtɪk(ə)lɪʃ/
1

someone who is ticklish has a strong reaction when they are tickled

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2

a ticklish problem or situation is difficult to deal with without upsetting anyone

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Definition ticklish in American English