Bellyaches

/ˈbɛliˌeɪtʃɪz/ verb

Definition

Complains persistently in a whiny manner; third-person singular present tense of 'bellyache.'

Etymology

From 'belly' and 'ache,' conjugated in the present tense. Standard English verb formation following modern usage of this slang term.

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Even though 'bellyache' started as slang, it's now found in major dictionaries—slang that describes universal human behavior eventually becomes legitimate English!

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