Meaning : Soreness and warmth caused by friction.
Example :
He had a nasty chafe on his knee.
Meaning : Feel extreme irritation or anger.
Example :
He was chafing at her suggestion that he stay at home while she went on a vacation.
Meaning : Tear or wear off the skin or make sore by abrading.
Example :
This leash chafes the dog's neck.
Synonyms : excoriate
Meaning : Warm by rubbing, as with the hands.