The Clue
Chicken pox symptom (4 letter answer)
The Answer
ITCH
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Notes
The answer ITCH is seen frequently, appearing about once every 100 puzzles.
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Definition
ITCH as a noun:
1. (scabies, itch) = a contagious skin infection caused by the itch mite; characterized by persistent itching and skin irritation; "he has a bad case of the itch"
2. (urge, itch) = a strong restless desire; "why this urge to travel?"
3. (itch, itchiness, itching) = an irritating cutaneous sensation that produces a desire to scratch
ITCH as a verb:
1. (rub, scratch, itch) = scrape or rub as if to relieve itching; "Don't scratch your insect bites!"
2. have or perceive an itch; "I'm itching--the air is so dry!"
3. (itch, spoil) = have a strong desire or urge to do something; "She is itching to start the project"; "He is spoiling for a fight"