sore throat

noun

: pain in the throat due to inflammation of the fauces and pharynx

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The length of your sore throat symptoms depend on the cause of the pain, according to the AAFP. Hannah Yasharoff, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025 Symptoms can include rashes, hives, sore throat, stomach cramps and, in some cases, difficulty breathing and anaphylaxis. Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2025 Flu symptoms can include aches, cough, fatigue, fever, headache, sore throat and a stuffy or runny nose, according to the CDC. Sara Schilling, Idaho Statesman, 11 Sep. 2025 Garlic may benefit high cholesterol, diabetes, and immunity, while honey can benefit sore throat, wounds, and diabetes. Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 11 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sore throat

Word History

First Known Use

1629, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sore throat was in 1629

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“Sore throat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sore%20throat. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

sore throat

noun
: a throat that is painful because of inflammation

Medical Definition

sore throat

noun
: painful throat due to inflammation of the fauces and pharynx

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