Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
aches-and-pains
phrase
/ˈeɪks ənd peɪnz/
Definition
Aches and pains refer to feelings of discomfort or minor physical ailments that are usually of a less serious nature.
Examples
- After the long hike, I had a few aches and pains in my legs.
- She often complains of aches and pains, especially during cold weather.
- The flu left him with a series of aches and pains that took days to subside.
Meaning
Aches and pains typically describe mild, often chronic discomforts experienced in the body, particularly related to muscles, joints, or nerves.
Synonyms
- discomfort
- hurt
- soreness
- twinges
- aches
