Chafed: meaning, definitions and examples

skin irritation

Chafed refers to skin that has become irritated or raw due to friction or rubbing against another surface. This condition often occurs in areas where skin meets skin or where clothing rubs against the skin. It can lead to redness, discomfort, and in severe cases, bleeding or peeling. Athletes commonly experience chafing, especially during endurance sports. To alleviate chafing, one might use lubricants, wear moisture-wicking fabrics, or take breaks to allow the skin to heal.

abrade, fray, irritate, rub

Examples of usage

• After the long run, my thighs were chafed.

• He applied ointment to the chafed area of his neck.

• The backpack straps chafed her shoulders during the hike.