backache

noun

back·​ache ˈbak-ˌāk How to pronounce backache (audio)
: a pain in the lower back

Examples of backache in a Sentence

a patient suffering from backache
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Long stretches at a computer or tablet can cause eye strain and backaches, so encourage students to take regular movement breaks to stretch, walk around, or get fresh air. Larry Magid, Mercury News, 14 Aug. 2025 Before getting her period, your daughter may experience mood changes, headaches, cramps, or backache. Cordelia Nwankwo, Verywell Health, 31 Mar. 2025 Researchers found that for people with a history of backache, participating in a walking program stretched out the time between back pain episodes from 112 to 208 days. Don Rauf, EverydayHealth.com, 14 Feb. 2025 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 See All Example Sentences for backache

Word History

First Known Use

1601, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of backache was in 1601

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“Backache.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/backache. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

backache

noun
back·​ache ˈbak-ˌāk How to pronounce backache (audio)
: pain usually in the lower back

Medical Definition

backache

noun
back·​ache ˈbak-ˌāk How to pronounce backache (audio)
: a pain in the lower back

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