Meaning & Definition of word "Bellyache"
Bellyache
/ˈbɛliˌeɪk/
noun:
- 1. A pain in the stomach or belly; a stomach ache.
- Example: After eating that greasy burger, I had a terrible bellyache.
- 2. A complaint or grumbling about something.
- Example: His constant bellyache about the office conditions was getting on everyone's nerves.
verb:
- 1. To complain or grumble in a persistent manner.
- Example: She always bellyaches about her workload, but we all have the same responsibilities.
Etymology
●The word 'bellyache' originated in the early 19th century, combining 'belly' and 'ache.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
bellyache about something:
To complain or whine about something.
have a bellyache:
To experience abdominal pain.
quit bellyaching:
Stop complaining.
Related Words
stomachache:
Pain in the stomach, often caused by overeating or indigestion.
complaint:
An expression of dissatisfaction or annoyance about something.
Slang Meanings of bellyache
Meaning: To whine or complain excessively.
● Example Sentence: Stop bellyaching about the weather!
Meaning: A trivial issue one is overly concerned with.
● Example Sentence: He's always bellyaching about his workload.