Chafe (verb) – (of a part of the body) to make or become sore by rubbing against something

(Pronounced chayf)

To remember the definition of the word chafe, use the following mnemonic:

I need to change my safety (chafe) boots; they're rubbing my feet and making them sore.

Examples of chafe (verb) in a sentence

If your put an ill fitting saddle on your horse, it will chafe their back.

I regret wearing these shorts, they're causing my thighs to chafe.

A wool scarf may itch and chafe your neck.