mildthrob
nounUK /ˈmaɪld.θrɒb/
US /ˈmaɪld.θrɑːb/
A mildthrob is a soft, gentle beat of pain.
She felt a mildthrob in her finger after the tiny paper cut.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A quiet, steady pulsing feeling in the body.
He noticed a mildthrob in his temple after staring at the screen.
3. A low, rhythmic beat that is not strong or loud.
The music had a mildthrob that made everyone sway slowly.
4. A faint, repeating sensation that comes and goes softly.
A mildthrob in her wrist reminded her of the bee sting.