Meaning & use
Chafed
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Made sore or worn by repeated rubbing; irritated the skin through friction.
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The new boots chafed his heels badly during the long hike.
Her thighs were chafed raw after the marathon.
A note on using this word
Figuratively, 'chafed' can also describe a person who is annoyed or impatient, as in 'he chafed at the delay.'
Words with a similar meaning
irritatedrubbed raw
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Another way to use it
2. verb
Became annoyed, irritated, or impatient, especially under restriction.
She chafed at having to wait for permission before starting the project.
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