Cough Out (Verb)

Meaning

Discharge (phlegm or sputum) from the lungs and out of the mouth.

Classification

Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.

Synonyms

• Expectorate
• Spit Out
• Spit Up
• Cough Up

Hypernyms

• Eject
• Discharge
• Release
• Exhaust

Hyponyms

• Cough
• Sputter
• Ptyalize
• Splutter
• Spue
• Spew
• Spit