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aching vs head ache

head ache vs aching

aching and head ache both are nouns.

aching is an adjective but head ache is not an adjective.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
aching Yes Yes No No
head ache Yes No No No
As nouns, head ache is a hyponym of aching; that is, head ache is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than aching:
  • aching: a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain
  • head ache: pain in the head caused by dilation of cerebral arteries or muscle contractions or a reaction to drugs
aching (noun) head ache (noun)
a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain pain in the head caused by dilation of cerebral arteries or muscle contractions or a reaction to drugs
aching (adjective) head ache (adjective)
causing a dull and steady pain
Difference between aching and head ache

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