slipped disk

noun

1. herniated disk.

Word History and Origins

Origin of slipped disk¹

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

I would later learn that Farmer had suffered a slipped disk in his back from taking this bruising journey countless times.

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He had his slipped disk to deal with as well, and suffered from high blood pressure and asthma.

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He ran the longest leg of races with a slipped disk that he did not disclose.

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After a few days of pain, Mohamed visited a doctor Amazon recommended, who told her that she had a slipped disk and that she should avoid heavy lifting at work.

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He worked as a welder until suffering a slipped disk in his back.

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