gripes

Definitions of gripes
  1. noun
    a condition in which an infant cries frequently and for long periods of time with no apparent cause
    synonyms: colic, griping, intestinal colic
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    types:
    lead colic, painter's colic
    symptom of chronic lead poisoning and associated with obstinate constipation
    type of:
    hurting, pain
    a symptom of some physical hurt or disorder
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