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COUGH

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Cough.

How to pronounce cough:

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Cough - as a noun

A sudden noisy expulsion of air from the lungs that clears the air passages; a common symptom of upper respiratory infection or bronchitis or pneumonia or tuberculosis

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
coughing

Cough - as a verb

Exhale abruptly, as when one has a chest cold or congestion

Example: "The smoker coughs all day"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cough outcough upexpectoratespit outspit up
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He has a persistent cough that won't go away."
"I couldn't sleep because of my roommate's loud cough."
"She covered her mouth to hide her cough."
"A dry cough is one of the symptoms of a cold."
"He cleared his throat with a slight cough before speaking."
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Word Game Points

Is COUGH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cough is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

COUGH has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is COUGH a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cough is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
COUGH has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is COUGH a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cough is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
COUGH has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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