stomachache
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/ˈstʌməkˌeɪk/
pain in the stomach
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stomachache' originates from Middle English, specifically the words 'stomak' and 'ake', where 'stomak' meant 'stomach' and 'ake' meant 'pain'.
Historical Evolution
'stomak' and 'ake' combined in Middle English to form 'stomachache', which eventually became the modern English word 'stomachache'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pain in the stomach', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a pain in the stomach or abdominal region.
She had a stomachache after eating too much candy.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/02/28 11:06