yeuk
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /jʌk/
KK: /jʊk/
noun
Definition
A sensation on the skin that causes a desire to scratch, often described as prickly or irritating.
Example
After sitting in the grass, I felt a yeuk on my arm that made me want to scratch.
Conversation
I can't believe how much this bug bite is making me feel a yeuk.
Ouch! That sounds uncomfortable, have you tried putting some cream on it?
Yeah, but the yeuk just won't go away.
Maybe you should see a doctor if it keeps bothering you.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
itch
tingle
prickle
Antonyms
comfort
ease
relief
verb
Definition
To cause a sensation of discomfort on the skin that makes one want to scratch.
Example
The mosquito bite began to yeuk, making me want to scratch it.
Tense Forms
Past: yeuked
Past Participle: yeuked
Conversation
I can't stand this mosquito bite; it really makes my skin yeuk!
Ouch, those can be so annoying!
Yeah, I just want to scratch it all the time.
Root Explanation
The word 'yeuk' originates from Old English 'geoc', meaning to itch or scratch. It describes the sensation that causes a person to want to scratch their skin.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word 'geoc' which relates to the feeling of itching — that's why 'yeuk' means to itch.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.