\Chaf"ing\, n. [See {Chafe}, v. t.]
The act of rubbing, or wearing by friction; making by
rubbing.
{Chafing dish}, a dish or vessel for cooking on the table, or
   for keeping food warm, either by coals, by a lamp, or by
   hot water; a portable grate for coals.
{Chafing gear} (Naut.), any material used to protect sails,
   rigging, or the like, at points where they are exposed to
   friction.