itch

Meanings

• Noun

  A feeling of discomfort, often caused by scratching an area of skin, especially when this area is dry or infested with insects.

  - "I have an itch on my arm."
  - "He scratched the itch until it was relieved."
  - "The mosquito bites caused severe itching."

• Noun

  A strong desire or impulse.

  - "She had an itch to travel the world."
  - "He had an itch for adventure."
  - "The itch for success drove him to work long hours."

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Pronunciation

1. /ɪt͡ʃ/
   
   
   
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2. /ɪt͡ʃ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

yeuk , yuck , yuik

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with itch
hitch , ditch , witch

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Variants

List of all variants of itch that leads to same result
itch , itched , itches , itching , itchier , itchiest , itchiness , itchinesses , itchy , jock itch , jock itches , swimmer's itch , swimmer's itches , scratch an itch , scratch the itch , scratch the/an itch , scratch that itch , scratch the/that itch , tinea cruris , tinea crurises

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Etymology

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Old English itc, itchian, from ith, itch, itching.

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Trivia

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1. The itch-scratch reflex is a natural response to an itch, but excessive scratching can lead to skin damage.

2. The sensation of itching is caused by the activation of nerve endings in the skin.

3. In some cultures, itching is considered a sign of good luck or fortune.

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Related Concepts

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1. Pruritus: A medical condition characterized by an intense itch, often without an apparent cause.

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Culture

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In literature, itch is often used metaphorically to represent a strong desire or urge. In art, itch can be represented through various forms, such as scratching or rubbing. In music, itch can be expressed through fast-paced rhythms or repetitive melodies.

How to Memorize "itch"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small, itchy spot on your skin and the sensation of scratching it to relieve the discomfort.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'itch' with the sensation of discomfort and the urge to scratch.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mental image of the word 'itch' with a small, itchy spot to help remember its meaning.

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