Itch

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v. to scratch. Used interchangeably with the verb "scratch." n. an uncomfortable sensation on the skin causing the desire to scratch. Not Geneseo-specific.Source: Dictionary of Geneseo English, Fall 2006, Winkelman.Also: n. a strong desire or urge, and v. to strongly desire or yearn, e.g. "He’s itching to get home."As of 2012, 100% of students surveyed know this word. 0% believe it is of local origins.(Endress, G-M, 2012)

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