itchy
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Adj — Causing or feeling an urge to scratch.
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Etymology
From Middle English *yicchy, *ȝicchi, from Old English ġiċċiġ (“itchy”), equivalent to itch + -y. Cognate with Scots yeukie (“itchy”), West Frisian jokkerich (“itchy”), Dutch jeukachtig and jeukerig (“itchy”).
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What does “itchy” mean?
The word “itchy” means causing or feeling an urge to scratch. In plain terms, something that makes you want to scratch, or a feeling of restless impatience.
How do you pronounce “itchy”?
“Itchy” is pronounced IHT-shee (/ˈɪt͡ʃi/ in IPA).
How do you use “itchy” in a sentence?
Here is “itchy” used in a sentence: “The wool sweater felt itchy against her skin.”
What part of speech is “itchy”?
“Itchy” is an adjective.
Is “itchy” a common word?
“Itchy” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “itchy” have?
“Itchy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: causing or feeling an urge to scratch.