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HICCUPS Synonyms

There are 2 synonyms of the word hiccups. (exact relations)
There are 13 hypernyms of the word hiccups. (close relations)

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hiccough
nounn
noun

• (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

verb

• breathe spasmodically, and make a sound

singultus
verb, nounv, n
noun

• (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

Best Hypernyms For HICCUPS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for hiccups, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (5)
breathe reflex respire suspire symptom
Phrases (8)
inborn reflexinnate reflexinstinctive reflexphysiological reactionreflex actionreflex responsetake a breathunconditioned reflex

Alternatives for HICCOUGH

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