stomachache
Definition
Noun: A pain or discomfort felt in the stomach or the general abdominal area.
Usage
This noun is used to describe the physical sensation of pain in one's stomach. It is typically a non-countable noun when referring to the general condition or sensation. * Example: Eating too much candy can cause stomachache. It can also be used as a countable noun. * Example: I've had a terrible stomachache all afternoon.
Examples
- The child complained of a stomachache after the party.
- She took some medicine to relieve her stomachache.
- A sudden, sharp stomachache can sometimes be a sign of a more serious problem.
Advanced Usage
- "to have a stomachache": This is the most common collocation to express experiencing this pain.
- I think I have a stomachache from that spicy food.
Variants and Related Words
- Stomach ache (noun): An alternative, two-word spelling with the same meaning.
- Bellyache (noun, informal): A more casual synonym for stomachache, often used by or with children.
- Abdominal pain (noun, medical/formal): A more clinical term that encompasses pain anywhere in the abdomen, not just the stomach.
- Indigestion (noun): A condition of poor digestion often accompanied by stomach pain, discomfort, or heartburn.
- Upset stomach (noun phrase): A general term for stomach discomfort, which may include pain, nausea, or indigestion.
Synonyms
- Bellyache (informal)
- Tummy ache (informal, childish)
- Abdominal pain (formal)
- Gastralgia (medical)
Antonyms
- Comfort
- Relief
- Ease
Related Idioms and Phrases
- A pain in the gut: An informal and figurative way to describe a stomachache or, more commonly, a source of great annoyance.
- This paperwork is a real pain in the gut. (figurative, meaning an annoyance)
- Butterflies in one's stomach: Refers to a feeling of nervousness or anxiety, not actual pain.
- She had butterflies in her stomach before her big speech.
Noun
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an ache localized in the stomach or abdominal region
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