Itch

/ɪtʃ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A sensation on the skin that causes a desire to scratch.

The itch on my arm became unbearable after I scratched it.

A strong desire or urge.

She had an itch to travel the world and experience new cultures.

verb

To have a sensation on the skin that causes a desire to scratch.

After the hike, I found that my legs itched from the mosquito bites.

To have a strong desire or urge.

He itched to start his own business after years of working for someone else.

Middle English, from Old English 'icca'; related to Gothic 'aiqiza' meaning to scratch.

scratch that itch

To satisfy a desire or need.

itch for something

To have a strong desire for something.

scratch

To rub or scrape a surface with something sharp or rough.

tingle

A sharp, stinging sensation, often associated with itching.

To have a strong desire or urge for something.

I've got this itch for adventure!

To feel restless or anxious.

She's been itching to leave the office all day.