ITCHES - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Noun

a contagious skin infection caused by the itch mite

Example: characterized by persistent itching and skin irritation; he has a bad case of the itch

Part of speech: Noun

an irritating cutaneous sensation that produces a desire to scratch

Part of speech: Noun

a strong restless desire

Example: why this urge to travel?

Part of speech: Verb

have a strong desire or urge to do something

Example: She is itching to start the project; He is spoiling for a fight

Part of speech: Verb

scrape or rub as if to relieve itching

Example: Don't scratch your insect bites!

Part of speech: Verb

have or perceive an itch

Example: I'm itching--the air is so dry!

Part of speech: Verb

cause to perceive an itch

Example: his skin itched