1 [no obj] : to become irritated or annoyed : to feel impatient — usually + against, at, or under ▪ After working outdoors for years, he chafed at being stuck in an office all day. ▪ Local builders are chafing under the new regulations. ▪ She chafed against the strict policies of the school. 2 a : to cause soreness or damage by rubbing against something (such as your skin) [+ obj] ▪ When the strap is too tight, it chafes the baby's skin. [no obj] ▪ If my boots aren't laced up tight they chafe.
b [no obj] : to become sore or damaged from rubbing
▪ The baby's skin will chafe if the strap is too tight.
b [no obj] : to become sore or damaged from rubbing
▪ The baby's skin will chafe if the strap is too tight.







