Itch
4 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
An uncomfortable sensation on the skin that causes a desire to scratch; also used figuratively to describe a restless desire or craving for something.
“He had an itch on his back that he couldn't quite reach.”
Pronunciation
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/ɪt͡ʃ/
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Tests I and CH combination; useful for confirming these letters early.
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Scores 9 points; the CH combination is valuable on premium squares.
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