1. plural of itching; sensations of itchiness or the act of scratching due to an itch
Usage: usually used in the plural form; can refer to physical sensations or figurative desires
2. figurative: strong desires or urges, especially restless longings
Usage: literary or formal usage; often used in phrases like 'itchings for' or 'itchings to'

Examples

• The itchings from the mosquito bites kept her awake all night.
• He felt constant itchings on his arms after touching the wool sweater.
• She had itchings to travel the world and explore new cultures.
• The itchings for adventure grew stronger as he read the travel magazine.
• Calamine lotion helped soothe the itchings caused by the rash.
• His itchings to return home became unbearable after months away.