Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
neck-ache
noun
/ˈnɛk.eɪk/
Definition
A pain or discomfort in the neck area.
Examples
- After a long day at the office, I often experience neck-ache from staring at the computer screen.
- The physical therapist provided exercises to alleviate the neck-ache caused by my poor sleeping position.
- He complained of a persistent neck-ache that didn’t improve with over-the-counter painkillers.
Meaning
Neck-ache, commonly referred to as neck pain, can result from various factors, including muscle tension, injury, or poor posture.
Synonyms
- cervical discomfort
- neck pain
- stiff neck
