HICCUPS Synonyms
There are 2 synonyms of the word
hiccups.
(exact relations)
There are 13 hypernyms of the word hiccups. (close relations)
There are 13 hypernyms of the word hiccups. (close relations)
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Definition of HICCUPS
Definition of HICCUPS
Best Alternative Words for HICCUPS
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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