n. [ See Chafe, v. t. ] The act of rubbing, or wearing by friction; making by rubbing. [ 1913 Webster ]
Chafing dish,
Chafing gear (Naut.),
n. Heating; burning. [ Obs. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
The wicked enchaufing or ardure of this sin [ lust ]. Chaucer. [ 1913 Webster ]