urticate

/ɜːrˈtɪkeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause a skin rash or itching sensation, especially as a result of insect bites or stings, or contact with certain plants, such as nettles.

“The child began to urticating after getting stung by a bee.”

2. verb

to produce a rash or itching sensation, especially in a particular part of the body.

“The poison ivy plant urticating her skin, causing a painful rash.”

3. noun

a skin rash or itching sensation caused by an insect sting or plant contact.

“The urticating on her arm was quite severe and itchy.”

Synonyms

  • hives
  • itch
  • rash

Antonyms

  • calm
  • soothe