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EXPECTORATE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Expectorate.

How to pronounce expectorate:

US

Expectorate - as a verb

Clear out the chest and lungs

Example: "This drug expectorates quickly"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clear outdrive out

Discharge (phlegm or sputum) from the lungs and out of the mouth

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cough outcough upspit outspit up
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
dischargeejectexhaustexpelrelease
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The doctor instructed the patient to expectorate into a tissue."
"It is important to expectorate phlegm to alleviate congestion."
"Please use a proper spittoon to expectorate if necessary."
"Smokers should avoid public places where they cannot expectorate."
"In some cultures, it is considered rude to expectorate in front of others."
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Word Game Points

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

EXPECTORATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.

Is EXPECTORATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, expectorate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EXPECTORATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is EXPECTORATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, expectorate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EXPECTORATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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