earaches
/ˈɪr.eɪks/
NOUN
1. Pain in the ears
Physical sensations of pain, aching, or discomfort affecting one or both ears, often caused by infection, inflammation, injury, or pressure.
1.1. Physical ear pain and discomfort
Refers to episodes or instances of pain affecting the ears, ranging from mild soreness and aching to severe or persistent discomfort.
Synonyms
- ear pains
- otalgias
- earaches
Examples
- The children frequently complained of earaches during the winter months.
- Recurring earaches prompted her parents to schedule an appointment with an ear specialist.
Related Words
- ear infections
- otitis
- inflammation
- tenderness
- swelling
- ear pressure
- throbbing
- irritation
- hearing loss