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toothache

/ˈtuːθætʃ/ noun · British & US
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What does toothache mean?

noun

A sharp, throbbing pain in or around a tooth, often caused by decay, infection, or gum disease.

Example

"She woke up in the middle of the night with a severe toothache."

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