Earache: meaning, definitions and examples
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earache
[ ˈɪəreɪk ]
medical condition
Earache refers to pain or discomfort located in or around the ear. It can occur in one or both ears and may be caused by various factors, including infections, earwax buildup, or changes in air pressure. Earaches are common in children but can affect individuals of all ages. Associated symptoms may include fever, drainage from the ear, and difficulty hearing. Treatment often depends on the underlying cause, ranging from home remedies to antibiotics.
Synonyms
aural discomfort, ear pain, otalgia
Examples of usage
- She visited the doctor for severe earache.
- The child cried due to an earache.
- He has been suffering from earache for days.
Translations
Translations of the word "earache" in other languages:
🇵🇹 dor de ouvido
🇮🇳 कान दर्द
🇩🇪 Ohrenschmerzen
🇮🇩 nyeri telinga
🇺🇦 біль у вусі
🇵🇱 ból ucha
🇯🇵 耳の痛み (mimi no itami)
🇫🇷 douleur à l'oreille
🇪🇸 dolor de oído
🇹🇷 kulak ağrısı
🇰🇷 귀 통증 (gwi tongjeung)
🇸🇦 ألم الأذن (alam al'udhun)
🇨🇿 bolest ucha
🇸🇰 bolesť ucha
🇨🇳 耳痛 (ěr tòng)
🇸🇮 bolečina v ušesu
🇮🇸 eyrnasýking
🇰🇿 құлақ ауруы
🇬🇪 ყურის ağrı
🇦🇿 qulaq ağrısı
🇲🇽 dolor de oído
Word origin
The term 'earache' originates from the Old English word 'eare', which means 'ear', combined with the word 'ache', derived from the Old English 'accan', meaning 'to ache or to hurt'. The usage of the term dates back to the early Middle Ages, when ear-related issues began to be recognized and described in medical texts. Earaches have been noted in various historical documents, indicating that they have been a common ailment across different cultures and times. Over the centuries, the understanding of earaches has evolved with the advancement of medical knowledge, transitioning from home remedies and folk medicine to more scientific approaches involving diagnosis and treatment.