First Known Use: before 12th century
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1ache
verb \ˈāk\
: to produce a dull continuous pain : to hurt in a way that is constant but not severe
: to want or desire something or someone very much
achedach·ing
Full Definition of ACHE
intransitive verb
1
a : to suffer a usually dull persistent pain <an aching back> b : to become distressed or disturbed (as with anxiety or regret) <aching with sadness> c : to feel compassion <my heart aches for those poor people>
2
: to experience a painful eagerness or yearning <he is aching to go>
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Origin of ACHE
Middle English aken, from Old English acan
2ache
noun
: a pain that is not sharp but continues for a long time
Full Definition of ACHE
1
: a usually dull persistent pain
2
: a condition marked by aching
See ache defined for English-language learners
First Known Use of ACHE
before 12th century
ACHE Defined for Kids
1ache
verb \ˈāk\
achedach·ing
Definition of ACHE for Kids
1
: to suffer a dull continuous pain <My muscles ached from shoveling snow.>
2
: to desire very much : yearn <She aches for someone to talk to.>
2ache
noun
Definition of ACHE for Kids
: a dull continuous pain
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