back scratcher
Long-handled relief tool
A back scratcher is a long-handled tool for scratching one's own back where hands can't reach, typically with a small claw or rake at the end.
Figuratively, a back scratcher is someone who exchanges favors—from the phrase you scratch my back, I'll scratch yours: The committee was full of back scratchers looking out for each other.
Extending via nested tubes
- extendableAble to increase length
- bambooTall woody grass
- woodenMade from timber
- plasticCapable of being molded
metal · ergonomic · retractable · portable · curved · handheld · handle · claw
Urge to scratch
- soothingReducing distress or discomfort
- irritationMild anger or inflammation
- tingleSlight stinging sensation
- prickleTiny sharp point
rash · mosquito bite · hives · sunburn · poison ivy · flea bite · eczema · psoriasis
Added part or duration
access · distance · retrieve · grasp · touch · span · range · inaccessible
Quality of being original
- souvenirToken from a trip
- gag giftHumorous present, not serious
- stocking stufferSmall holiday gift
- grandparentParent once removed
elderly · kitschy · carved · decorative · trinket · collectible
telescopic
Extending via nested tubes
- extendableAble to increase length
- bambooTall woody grass
- woodenMade from timber
plastic · metal · ergonomic · retractable · portable · curved · handheld · handle · claw · roller
itch
Urge to scratch
- soothingReducing distress or discomfort
- irritationMild anger or inflammation
- tingleSlight stinging sensation
prickle · rash · mosquito bite · hives · sunburn · poison ivy · flea bite · eczema · psoriasis · dermatitis
extension
Added part or duration
lengthen · access · distance · retrieve · grasp · touch · span · range · inaccessible · shoulder blade
novelty
Quality of being original
- souvenirToken from a trip
- gag giftHumorous present, not serious
- stocking stufferSmall holiday gift
grandparent · elderly · kitschy · carved · decorative · trinket · collectible
- grooming toolshairbrush, comb, razor, tweezers, nail clipper
back scratchersoothing balm
Healing ointment that calms
moisturizer · massage oil · cooling gel · anti-itch cream · calamine lotion
back scratchercritic
One who judges merit
whistleblower · adversary · truth-teller · gadfly · contrarian
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