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Definition itch in British English

itch verb

[intransitive] verb
/ɪtʃ/
1

if your skin itches, you have an unpleasant feeling that makes you want to scratch it (=rub your skin with your nails)

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1.1

if a piece of clothing itches, it gives you an unpleasant feeling that makes you want to scratch your skin

Example

This jumper itches.

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Definition itch in British English