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earache Meaning & Definition

/ˈɪə̯ɹeɪk/

What Does Earache Mean?

Earache is a noun that means A pain in the middle or inner ear. It can also mean Annoyance or aggravation caused by noise, especially the sound of someone nagging, complaining, issuing orders, etc.

Word Facts for Earache

Part of speechnoun
Pronunciation/ˈɪə̯ɹeɪk/
Synonymsotalgia
Pluralearaches

Earache Definition (Noun)

  1. A pain in the middle or inner ear.
  2. Annoyance or aggravation caused by noise, especially the sound of someone nagging, complaining, issuing orders, etc.

    I can't stay too late at the pub, otherwise I'll get a load of earache from the missus.

Synonyms of Earache

Earache synonyms and antonyms →

Earache in a Sentence

I can't stay too late at the pub, otherwise I'll get a load of earache from the missus.

Word Forms & Grammar

earache (countable and uncountable, plural earaches)

Origin of Earache

From ear +‎ ache.

Quick Answers About Earache

What part of speech is earache?

Earache is a noun.

What is another word for earache?

Close synonyms of earache are otalgia. See the full list of earache synonyms and antonyms.

What is the plural of earache?

The plural of earache is earaches.

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