itching

Meanings

• an irritating cutaneous sensation that produces a desire to scratch
• scrape or rub as if to relieve itching
• have or perceive an itch
  • "I'm itching--the air is so dry!"
• cause to perceive an itch
• have a strong desire or urge to do something
  • "She is itching to start the project"

Synonyms

itch, itchiness, rub, scratch, spoil