scratchy
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈskɹætʃi// UK //skɹˈætʃi// scratchy
adj. having a surface that feels rough or itchy. It can also describe a voice that sounds hoarse or a sound that is not smooth.
adj. having a rough, uneven, or irritating surface; also describes a voice or sound that lacks smoothness or clarity. Often used to describe physical textures or vocal qualities.
The new wool sweater is very scratchy against my skin.
After losing her voice for three days, she had a scratchy, raspy sound that made it hard to speak clearly.
The technician noted that the audio recording was scratchy in the second half, likely due to a minor dust buildup on the analog tape head.
From scratch + -y.