Is it chafing or chaffing?

Is it chafing or chaffing?

As nouns the difference between chaffing and chafing is that chaffing is the act by which somebody is chaffed; a teasing while chafing is the act by which something is chafed.

What does chafe mean in British slang?

British Dictionary definitions for chafe chafe. / (tʃeɪf) / verb. to make or become sore or worn by rubbing.

What is an example of chafe?

The definition of chafe means to rub for warmth, to the point of irritation or until worn away. An example of chafe is the redness and pain from inner thighs rubbing together while jogging.

Why am I chafing by my balls?

Testicular chafing is a flaking and redness of the skin on the scrotum. It is brought about through a combination of friction and heat. Cyclists are prone to it as are men who work outside in hot weather. Tight clothes can also contribute.

What does Chaft mean?

the jaw
(tʃæft) n. obsolete Northern English the jaw.

What to put on chafing between buttocks?

How To Treat Groin & Buttocks Chafing?

1. Rinse the affected area with cool water and a mild (non-astringent) soap.
2. Moisturize and apply an antibiotic cream or ointment if necessary.
3. A cold compress on the affected area will help reduce pain & swelling.

What’s the opposite of chafe?

What is the opposite of chafing?

What does chafe look like?

Chafing is a common skin problem caused by any combination of friction, moisture, and irritating fabric. Prolonged rubbing on the skin makes your skin sting or burn, and you develop a mild, red rash. In severe cases, chafing will include swelling, bleeding, or crusting.