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Meaning of chafed skin
The primary meaning of "chafed skin" refers to skin that has become irritated, sore, or inflamed due to friction or rubbing.
Etymology of chafed skin
The word "chafe" has its roots in Old French "chafier" or "chaufer," meaning to warm or heat, and is related to the Latin "calfacere," meaning to warm.
Historically, the term "chafe" was used to describe the act of warming or heating something, but it later evolved to include the meaning of rubbing or friction, which can cause irritation or damage to the skin.
Synonyms
irritated skin
inflamed skin
sore skin
raw skin
tender skin
sensitive skin
abraded skin
scraped skin
scratched skin
burned skin
blistered skin
cracked skin
dry skin
flaky skin
itchy skin
red skin
swollen skin
painful skin
damaged skin
wounded skin
injured skin
infected skin
infected tissue
bruised skin
broken skin
cut skin
lacerated skin
torn skin
fissured skin
excoriated skin
Definitions
- Chafed skin is defined by Oxford Languages as skin that has become sore or irritated, typically due to friction or rubbing.
- * It can also refer to skin that has been damaged or worn away, resulting in discomfort, redness, or inflammation.
Usage Examples
- The hiker developed chafed skin on her feet after walking for hours in her new boots.
- * The baby had chafed skin on his bottom due to the diaper rubbing against his sensitive skin.
- * The cyclist experienced chafed skin on his thighs after a long ride in tight shorts.
Antonyms
smooth skin
healthy skin
soft skin
supple skin
resilient skin
unbroken skin
intact skin
undamaged skin
unirritated skin
calm skin
soothed skin
comfortable skin
pain-free skin
uninflamed skin
uninfected skin
clear skin
glowing skin
radiant skin
flawless skin