earache
/ˈɪər.eɪk/
NOUN
1. Pain in the ear
A physical sensation of pain, aching, or discomfort in one or both ears, commonly associated with infection, inflammation, injury, or pressure affecting the ear.
1.1. Physical pain and discomfort
Refers to pain or aching sensations affecting the outer, middle, or inner ear, ranging from mild soreness and tenderness to severe or persistent discomfort.
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Examples
- The child's constant tugging at their ear indicated the onset of an earache.
- She winced in pain as the persistent earache made it difficult to concentrate.
- The doctor prescribed medication to alleviate the symptoms of the stubborn earache.
- The cold weather seemed to exacerbate the intensity of the lingering earache.
- The nurse provided comfort to the patient suffering from an acute earache in the waiting room.
Related Words
- ear infection
- otitis
- otitis media
- inflammation
- tenderness
- swelling
- eardrum
- ear canal
- hearing loss
- pressure
- throbbing
- irritation