toothache

[ tooth-eyk ]

noun

1. a pain in or about a tooth.

toothache

/ ˈtuːθˌeɪk /

noun

1. a pain in or about a tooth Technical nameodontalgia

Other Words From

• toothachy adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of toothache¹

before 1050; Middle English tothache, Old English tōthæce, tōthece. See tooth, ache

Example Sentences

He also denied that a toothache caused him to "lose his temper", or that he was "jealous" of Shemwell's relationship with the baby's father.

From BBC

He explained that the toothache is having “a knock-on effect”.

From BBC

For instance, Pliny the Elder, the ancient Roman author and philosopher, developed 27 different medical remedies using onions, ranging from curing bad vision and insomnia, to healing dysentery, mouth sores and toothaches.

From Salon

These plants—in the form of ointments, potions, or burning smoke—were prescribed for everything from earaches and toothaches to flatulence and “pains of the womb.”

From Science Magazine

In September, Tommy resorted to booking a private appointment because he was suffering with toothache.

From BBC