aches

aches · noun

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Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    (Plural of ache) Continuous dull pains in parts of the body.

  2. 2.

    Emotional pains or longings.

  3. 3.

    (Third person singular of ache) Suffers from continuous dull pain.

Forms

plural: aches

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    aches and pains — Minor physical discomforts, especially associated with aging or exertion.

Related words

Antonyms: comforts, relief
See also: ache, aching, pains
Synonyms: discomforts, pains, soreness

Etymology

Plural of ache, from Old English acan ("to suffer pain").