Meaning of 'hiccup'

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Meaning of ‘hiccup’

2 definitions found.

hiccup

noun

(usually plural) the state of having reflex spasms of the diaphragm accompanied by a rapid closure of the glottis producing an audible sound

Synonyms: hiccough singultus

verb

breathe spasmodically, and make a sound

Example: "When you have to hiccup, drink a glass of cold water"

Synonyms: hiccough

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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