sciatica — pain affecting the back, hip, and outer side of the leg, caused by compression of a spinal nerve root in the lower back
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: pain affecting the back, hip, and outer side of the leg, caused by compression of a spinal nerve root in the lower back
Pronunciation (IPA): /saɪˈætɪkə/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's sciatica acts up whenever it rains, turning her into a weather prophet.
- The yoga instructor ironically developed sciatica from demonstrating too many advanced poses.
- Physical therapy and stretching exercises can help manage sciatica symptoms effectively.
sciatica
NOUN[/saɪˈætɪkə/]
pain affecting the back, hip, and outer side of the leg, caused by compression of a spinal nerve root in the lower back
Sharp pain from back to leg
Even in Antarctica, sciatica burns hot with pain.
Got the picture? Now let's practice.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The term derives from Latin sciaticus, which in turn comes from Greek iskhiadikos, meaning 'of or relating to the hip.' Ancient Greek physicians coined this term to describe the characteristic pain originating near the hip and radiating down the leg.
Breakdown
sciaticus (relating to the hip, from Greek iskhion meaning hip/hip-bone) + -a (Latin feminine singular nominative ending, used in medical terminology to denote a condition or disease).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandmother's sciatica acts up whenever it rains, turning her into a weather prophet.”
“The yoga instructor ironically developed sciatica from demonstrating too many advanced poses.”
“Physical therapy and stretching exercises can help manage sciatica symptoms effectively.”
“His sciatica flare-up gave him the perfect excuse to skip his mother-in-law's dinner party.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
Antonyms
Related
Want to master 19,000+ words?
Sign up free for flashcards & quizzes.