back pain — pain felt in the back, typically in the lower back area
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: pain felt in the back, typically in the lower back area
Pronunciation (IPA): /bæk peɪn/
Example Sentences
- His back pain disappeared after he stopped sleeping on the couch and started using his bed again.
- The office worker's back pain was so bad that she considered becoming a professional bed tester.
- Regular exercise and proper posture can help prevent back pain.
back pain
NOUN[/bæk peɪn/]
pain felt in the back, typically in the lower back area
After hours of gardening, she clutches her back in pain.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Back derives from Old English 'bæc,' originally referring to the rear or hind part of the body. Pain comes from Latin 'poena,' meaning punishment or penalty, which evolved to denote physical suffering or bodily torment.
Breakdown
back (Old English 'bæc,' the rear part of the body) + pain (Latin 'poena,' punishment/suffering).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His back pain disappeared after he stopped sleeping on the couch and started using his bed again.”
“The office worker's back pain was so bad that she considered becoming a professional bed tester.”
“Regular exercise and proper posture can help prevent back pain.”
“Many people experience back pain after lifting heavy objects incorrectly.”
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