Itchiness
[ich-ee] /ˈɪtʃ i/
adjective, itchier, itchiest.
1.
having or causing an sensation.
2.
characterized by .
adj.
Old English giccig; see itch + -y (2). Figurative itchy palm is attested by 1590s. Related: Itchiness.
itchy itch·y (ĭch’ē)
adj. itch·i·er, itch·i·est
Having or causing an itching sensation.
adjective
Eager; restless; antsy (1940s+)
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