1. irritation or soreness of the skin caused by rubbing

1. rubbing against something causing irritation or wear
Usage: present participle of chafe
2. becoming annoyed or impatient
Usage: present participle of chafe

Examples

• The runner experienced chafing on his thighs during the marathon.
• She applied powder to prevent chafing from her new shoes.
• The rope was chafing against the boat’s hull.
• His collar kept chafing his neck throughout the day.
• The team was chafing under the strict new rules.
• The tight bandage was chafing her wrist.
• He was chafing at the delay in the meeting.