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RETCHES Synonyms

There are 25 synonyms of the word retches. (exact relations)
There are 5 hypernyms of the word retches. (close relations)
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heaves
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a chronic emphysema of the horse that causes difficult expiration and heaving of the flanks

disgorges
verbv
verb

• cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over

• eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

gags
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter

• restraint put into a person's mouth to prevent speaking or shouting

verb

• prevent from speaking out

• be too tight; rub or press

• tie a gag around someone's mouth in order to silence them

• make jokes or quips

• struggle for breath; have insufficient oxygen intake

• cause to retch or choke

• make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; strain to vomit

regurgitates
verbv
verb

• pour or rush back

• feed through the beak by regurgitating previously swallowed food

• repeat after memorization

• eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

spews
verbv
verb

• expel or eject (saliva or phlegm or sputum) from the mouth

• eject or send out in large quantities, also metaphorical

• eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

upchucks
verb, nounv, n
verb

• To vomit.

vomits
verbv
noun

• the matter ejected in vomiting

• a medicine that induces nausea and vomiting

• the reflex act of ejecting the contents of the stomach through the mouth

verb

• eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

heave
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an upward movement (especially a rhythmical rising and falling)

• (geology) a horizontal dislocation

• the act of lifting something with great effort

• an involuntary spasm of ineffectual vomiting

• the act of raising something

• throwing something heavy (with great effort)

verb

• utter a sound, as with obvious effort

• throw with great effort

• rise and move, as in waves or billows

• lift or elevate

• move or cause to move in a specified way, direction, or position

• breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted

• bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat

• make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; strain to vomit

cast
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the actors in a play

• container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens

• the distinctive form in which a thing is made

• the visual appearance of something or someone

• bandage consisting of a firm covering (often made of plaster of Paris) that immobilizes broken bones while they heal

• object formed by a mold

• the act of throwing dice

• the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel

• a violent throw

verb

• put or send forth

• deposit

• select to play,sing, or dance a part in a play, movie, musical, opera, or ballet

• throw forcefully

• assign the roles of (a movie or a play) to actors

• move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment

• form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold

• to remove

• choose at random

• formulate in a particular style or language

• eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

cat
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a method of examining body organs by scanning them with X rays and using a computer to construct a series of cross-sectional scans along a single axis

• feline mammal usually having thick soft fur and no ability to roar: domestic cats; wildcats

• an informal term for a youth or man

• a spiteful woman gossip

• the leaves of the shrub Catha edulis which are chewed like tobacco or used to make tea; has the effect of a euphoric stimulant

• a whip with nine knotted cords

• a large tracked vehicle that is propelled by two endless metal belts; frequently used for moving earth in construction and farm work

• any of several large cats typically able to roar and living in the wild

verb

• beat with a cat-o'-nine-tails

• eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

chuck
verb, nounv, n
noun

• informal terms for a meal

• the part of a forequarter from the neck to the ribs and including the shoulder blade

• a holding device consisting of adjustable jaws that center a workpiece in a lathe or center a tool in a drill

verb

• throw carelessly

• throw away

• pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin

• eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

disgorge
verbv
verb

• cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over

• eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

gag
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
noun

• a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter

• restraint put into a person's mouth to prevent speaking or shouting

verb

• prevent from speaking out

• be too tight; rub or press

• tie a gag around someone's mouth in order to silence them

• make jokes or quips

• struggle for breath; have insufficient oxygen intake

• cause to retch or choke

• make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; strain to vomit

honk
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the cry of a goose (or any sound resembling this)

verb

• make a strident noise

• use the horn of a car

• cry like a goose

• eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

puke
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible

• the matter ejected in vomiting

verb

• eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

purge
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the act of clearing yourself (or another) from some stigma or charge

• an act of removing by cleansing; ridding of sediment or other undesired elements

• an abrupt or sudden removal of a person or group from an organization or place

verb

• oust politically

• clear of a charge

• make pure or free from sin or guilt

• rid of impurities

• rinse, clean, or empty with a liquid

• eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

• excrete or evacuate (someone's bowels or body)

regorge
verbv
verb

• eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

regurgitate
verbv
verb

• pour or rush back

• feed through the beak by regurgitating previously swallowed food

• repeat after memorization

• eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

sick
adjectiveadj
adjective

• affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function

noun

• people who are sick

adjective satellite

• feeling nausea; feeling about to vomit

• affected with madness or insanity

• having a strong distaste from surfeit

• (of light) lacking in intensity or brightness; dim or feeble

• deeply affected by a strong feeling

• shockingly repellent; inspiring horror

verb

• eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

spew
verbv
verb

• expel or eject (saliva or phlegm or sputum) from the mouth

• eject or send out in large quantities, also metaphorical

• eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

Best Hypernyms For RETCHES

Here is a list of related hypernyms for retches, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (5)
egest eliminate excrete pass spasm

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