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Definition of stomachache

stomachache

/ˈstʌm.əkˌeɪk/
(UK: stomach ache)
stom · ach · ache
Plural:stomachaches
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Adjective:stomachachy
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stomachache Lexical Profile

stomachache Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

American A pain or discomfort located in a person's stomach or abdominal region, often resulting from indigestion, illness, or anxiety.

Example

"He stayed home from school after waking up with a severe stomachache and a mild fever."

Synonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

Spelled as a single word ('stomachache') in American English, whereas British English commonly writes it as two words ('stomach ache') or with a hyphen ('stomach-ache').

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-16th century as a compound of 'stomach' (via Old French from Greek 'stomachos') and 'ache' (from Old English 'acan', meaning to suffer continuous pain).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Stomachache. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/stomachache
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