noun

chafing

Chafing (noun) means Soreness or irritation on the skin caused by repeated rubbing. Example: “Long runs in wet socks gave him painful chafing on his heels.”

noun

Soreness or irritation on the skin caused by repeated rubbing.

"Long runs in wet socks gave him painful chafing on his heels."

"She applied balm to prevent chafing during the marathon."

How to use chafing

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSkin irritation from friction, such as from tight clothing or repeated movement.

Common pairings

prevent chafing chafing on the skin anti-chafing cream

Word forms

chafings plural

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Rhymes for chafing

loafing

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Frequently asked questions

What does “chafing” mean?

The word “chafing” means soreness or irritation on the skin caused by repeated rubbing. In plain terms, skin irritation from friction, such as from tight clothing or repeated movement.

How do you use “chafing” in a sentence?

Here is “chafing” used in a sentence: “Long runs in wet socks gave him painful chafing on his heels.”

What part of speech is “chafing”?

“Chafing” is a noun.

What is the meaning of chafing?

"chafing" (noun) means soreness or irritation on the skin caused by repeated rubbing.