toothache

noun

tooth·​ache ˈtüth-ˌāk How to pronounce toothache (audio)
: pain in or about a tooth

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Tylenol can be used to treat a few different conditions, such as: mild to moderate pain, fever, headaches, muscle aches, toothaches, backaches, colds, and discomfort from a vaccine, says Walia. Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 6 Jan. 2025 Their toothache will be from your sweetness, not from candy. Lisa Stardust, refinery29.com, 28 Oct. 2024 Just days ago, rider Williams had a toothache, giving the entire team a scare. Amelie Botbol, Sun Sentinel, 3 July 2024 When a patient described a months-long toothache, Dr. Shuree gave her some antibiotics and urged her to see a dentist in town. Chang W. Lee, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for toothache 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of toothache was in the 14th century

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“Toothache.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toothache. Accessed 23 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

toothache

noun
tooth·​ache ˈtü-ˌthāk How to pronounce toothache (audio)
: pain in or near a tooth

Medical Definition

toothache

noun
tooth·​ache ˈtüth-ˌāk How to pronounce toothache (audio)
: pain in or about a tooth

called also odontalgia

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