Hiccough (Noun)

Meaning

(usually plural) the state of having reflex spasms of the diaphragm accompanied by a rapid closure of the glottis producing an audible sound; sometimes a symptom of indigestion; "how do you cure the hiccups?".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Usages

• Plural

Synonyms

• Singultus
• Hiccup

Hypernyms

• Reflex Action
• Instinctive Reflex
• Physiological Reaction
• Symptom
• Reflex
• Innate Reflex
• Inborn Reflex
• Unconditioned Reflex

Related Words

• Hiccough (verb)