Chafed

/tʃeɪft/ adjective

Definition

Rubbed raw or irritated, showing redness and soreness from friction, or feeling annoyed and impatient.

Etymology

Past tense and past participle of 'chafe', following regular English verb conjugation patterns, describing the state of being irritated by friction.

Kelly Says

Before modern athletic wear, soldiers and sailors suffered terribly from chafed skin, and the invention of moisture-wicking fabrics was actually more important to military efficiency than many weapons innovations!

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