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ache vs toothache

toothache vs ache

ache and toothache both are nouns.

ache is a verb but toothache is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
ache Yes No Yes No
toothache Yes No No No
As nouns, toothache is a hyponym of ache; that is, toothache is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than ache:
  • ache: a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain
  • toothache: an ache localized in or around a tooth
ache (noun) toothache (noun)
a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain an ache localized in or around a tooth
ache (verb) toothache (verb)
have a desire for something or someone who is not present
be the source of pain
feel physical pain
Difference between ache and toothache

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