itch meaning and definition

ITCH noun

Definition of itch (noun)

1. a contagious skin infection caused by the itch mite; characterized by persistent itching and skin irritation
   • "he has a bad case of the itch"
   • synonyms: scabies
2. a strong restless desire
   • "why this urge to travel?"
   • synonyms: urge
3. an irritating cutaneous sensation that produces a desire to scratch
   • synonyms: itchiness, itching

ITCH verb

Definition of itch (verb)

1. scrape or rub as if to relieve itching
   • "Don't scratch your insect bites!"
   • synonyms: rub, scratch
2. have or perceive an itch
   • "I'm itching--the air is so dry!"
3. cause to perceive an itch
   • "his skin itched"
4. have a strong desire or urge to do something
   • "She is itching to start the project"; "He is spoiling for a fight"
   • synonyms: spoil