Chap ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Chap ( verb )

To crack or break the surface of the skin, especially as a result of exposure to the weather or cold.

Origin:

Derived from the middle english word "chappen" which means "to crack" or "to break".

Examples:

1. The cold wind chapped her cheeks.
2. The sun chapped his lips.
3. The dry air chapped her hands.
4. The wind chapped his face.
5. The harsh soap chapped her skin.

(As a noun)

Chap ( noun )

To crack or break the surface of the skin, especially as a result of exposure to the weather or cold.

Origin:

Derived from the middle english word "chappen" which means "to crack" or "to break".

Examples:

1. The cold wind chapped her cheeks.
2. The sun chapped his lips.
3. The dry air chapped her hands.
4. The wind chapped his face.
5. The harsh soap chapped her skin.