Meaning of the word migraine in English

What does migraine mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

migraine

US /ˈmaɪ.ɡreɪn/
UK /ˈmiː.ɡreɪn/
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Noun

a severe throbbing headache, usually affecting one side of the head and often accompanied by nausea and disturbed vision.

Example:
She had to lie down because of a terrible migraine.
Bright lights can trigger a migraine for some people.