sore throat

noun

, Pathology.

1. a painful or sensitive condition of the throat exaggerated by swallowing or talking, usually caused by bacteria or viruses; laryngitis; pharyngitis; tonsillitis.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sore throat¹

First recorded in 1680–90

Example Sentences

Some chicken soup and about five hours of sleep did wonders for his sore throat.

From Los Angeles Times

Mia started complaining of a sore throat on 5 December and her parents took her to see a doctor three days later when she developed a temperature and severe headache.

From BBC

Lyles, who embraced fellow athletes including Tebogo, said he had tested positive at around 5am on Tuesday after waking up in the night and experiencing symptoms including aching, chills and a sore throat.

From BBC

One worker in Texas said he didn’t seek care for piercing headaches and a sore throat because he doesn’t have health insurance and can’t afford the cost.

From Salon

NHS guidance says if a child has mild symptoms such as a runny nose, sore throat or mild cough, external - and they feel well enough - they can go to school or childcare.

From BBC