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ache

2 ENTRIES FOUND:
1 ache /ˈeɪk/ verb
aches; ached; aching
1 ache
/ˈeɪk/
verb
aches; ached; aching
Britannica Dictionary definition of ACHE
[no object]
: to produce a dull continuous pain : to hurt in a way that is constant but not severe
often used figuratively
: to want or desire something or someone very much often + for
often followed by to + verb
2 ache /ˈeɪk/ noun
plural aches
2 ache
/ˈeɪk/
noun
plural aches
Britannica Dictionary definition of ACHE
[count]
: a pain that is not sharp but continues for a long time
often used in combination with parts of the body often used figuratively
Aches and pains are many small pains that happen at the same time and make people feel uncomfortable.

— achy

/ˈeɪki/ adjective achier; achiest