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restless legs syndrome

restless legs syndrome

1 4.0
A condition that makes your legs feel uncomfortable and makes you want to move them at night
  • noun
  • /ˈrɛstləs lɛgz ˈsɪndroʊm/
  • Specialized
translation icon : síndrome de piernas inquietas
  • Some people complain of nighttime pain, referred to as restless leg syndrome.
  • restless legs syndrome (RLS)

And so for people with restless leg syndrome, magnesium does sometimes help significantly.

Examples

  • Treatment options for restless legs syndrome can include lifestyle changes and medication.

  • GEORGE: He will try, but fail to discover the cure for restless leg syndrome.

    At Middleton (2013)

  • And we had nothing to do with Muhammad's restless leg syndrome.

    Elevator (2013)

  • And so for people with restless leg syndrome, magnesium does sometimes help significantly.

    The Diary Of A CEO

  • Got restless leg syndrome.

    Ride Along 2 (2016)

  • Waking with sore limbs and an overall less restful sleep can signify restless leg syndrome (RLS) or periodic limb movement during sleep (PLMS).

    Academic text (2006)

  • People with restless legs syndrome often feel an uncontrollable urge to move their legs during the evening.

  • Many individuals suffering from restless legs syndrome experience discomfort that prevents them from sleeping well.

Synonyms

restless legs
vsrestless legs syndrome
  • Specialized
3 5.7

A strong, uncomfortable need to move the legs at night that keeps you awake

is broader, appearing in the evening or during rest not only in bed
Ekbom syndrome
vsrestless legs syndrome
  • UK
9.6

A condition that makes your legs feel uncomfortable and makes you want to move them at night

is the standard descriptive medical name for the same symptoms

Antonyms

stillness
38 3.5

A time of complete quiet and no movement that feels calm

calmness
9 2.7

A state without strong feelings or worry in your mind

Surface Forms

restless legs syndrome singular
restless legs syndromes plural

Morphology

restless + leg + syndrome

The meaning is directly and transparently built from the parts: 'restless' (unable to remain still) + 'legs' (limbs) + 'syndrome' (a set of symptoms) yields a medical condition characterized by restless legs. This compositional pattern is literal and cross-linguistically common, so a B1 learner who knows the constituents can infer the overall meaning.

Etymology

Restless legs syndrome comes from a simple image: your legs feel restless, they cannot stay still and give you a 'strong need to move', and syndrome means a group of symptoms. So the name explains the medical condition where people often have a strong urge to move their legs, especially when resting or at night.