ailed; ailing; ails
Definition of ail
(Entry 1 of 2)
: to give physical or emotional pain, discomfort, or trouble to
His back has been ailing him. It's good for what ails you. What's ailing you?
: to have something the matter
an ailing economy
especially
: to suffer ill health
She has been ailing for years.
ail
nounDefinition of ail (Entry 2 of 2)
: ailment
winter ails
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The first known use of ail was before the 12th century
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