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chafes Definition and Meaning in English (chafes definition)

verb
Synonyms:rubsabradesirritates
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Chafes definition: To make a part of the body sore or raw by rubbing against something.

Definitions of Chafes

  1. 1verb

    To make a part of the body sore or raw by rubbing against something.

  2. 2verb

    To rub against something, causing friction or wear.

  3. 3verb

    To become annoyed or impatient due to a restriction, delay, or irritation.

Example Sentences

casual

“The rough fabric chafes his skin.”

casual

“He chafes at the restrictions placed upon him.”

casual

“The rope chafes against the edge of the boat.”

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Inflected Word Forms

infinitivechafe
past participlechafed
present participlechafing
agent nounchafer

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Chafes definition: To make a part of the body sore or raw by rubbing against something.
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'Chafes' translates to 'chafes' in English. Chafes definition: To make a part of the body sore or raw by rubbing against something.
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