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Definition irritation in British English

irritation noun

noun
/ˌɪrɪˈteɪʃ(ə)n/
1

a feeling of being annoyed or impatient

Example

He could barely contain his irritation at their rudeness.

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1.1

something that annoys you, especially over a period of time

Example

the noise and irritations of modern life

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2

a painful feeling in a part of the body, often with red skin or swelling

Example

drugs that can cause stomach irritation

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Definition irritation in British English