Definition
- (noun) Neuralgia of the sciatic nerve, characterised by pain radiating down through the buttocks and the back of the thigh.
Word stats
- Sciatica contains 8 letters: 4 vowel(s) and 4 consonant(s).
- It uses 5 unique letters.
- Estimated syllable count: 3.
- Scrabble-style letter score: 12.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Sciatica mean?
Neuralgia of the sciatic nerve, characterised by pain radiating down through the buttocks and the back of the thigh.
How many letters are in Sciatica?
Sciatica has 8 letters.
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