ailments
|ail/ments|
B1
/ˈeɪlmənts/
(ailment)
minor illness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ailment' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'aylen,' where 'aylen' meant 'to trouble or afflict.'
Historical Evolution
'aylen' transformed into the modern English word 'ailment' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to trouble or afflict,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a minor illness or medical condition.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/12 01:00