Aid in scratching an itch Crossword Clue

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Aid in scratching an itch Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a mechanical device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull something
2. a grasping structure on the limb of a crustacean or other arthropods
(verb)
1. attack as if with claws
2. clutch as if in panic

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SCRATCHING (noun)
1. a harsh noise made by scraping
ITCH (verb)
1. have a strong desire or urge to do something
2. scrape or rub as if to relieve itching
ITCH (noun)
1. an irritating cutaneous sensation that produces a desire to scratch
2. a contagious skin infection caused by the itch mite; characterized by persistent itching and skin irritation

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