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sciatica
nounfemininetechnicalcommon/siˈatikɐ/ci·á·ti·ca
Definition
1Pain affecting the back, hip, and outer side of the leg, caused by compression of the sciatic nerve.
Usage examples
“He was unable to work due to a severe bout of sciatica.”
“Physical therapy can help alleviate sciatica.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
sciatic painsciatic nervesciatica treatment