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RETCHING Synonyms

There are 29 synonyms of the word retching. (exact relations)
There are 5 hypernyms of the word retching. (close relations)
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expelling
verbv
noun

• any of several bodily processes by which substances go out of the body

heaving
verb, adjectivev, adj
noun

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

• breathing heavily (as after exertion)

• the act of lifting something with great effort

• throwing something heavy (with great effort)

hurling
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a traditional Irish game resembling hockey; played by two teams of 15 players each

puking
verbv
noun

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

purging
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
adjective

• serving to purge or rid of sin

noun

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

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

vomiting
verb, nounv, n
noun

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

disgorging
verbv
verb

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

• eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

gagging
verb, adjectivev, 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

regurgitating
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

spewing
verb, adjectivev, adj
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

upchucking
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
verb

• To vomit.

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)

Best Hypernyms For RETCHING

Here is a list of related hypernyms for retching, 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

Alternatives for EXPELLING

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