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HICCOUGHS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Hiccoughs.

Hiccoughs - as a 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

Example: "How do you cure the hiccups?"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hiccupsingultus

Hiccoughs - as a verb

Breathe spasmodically, and make a sound

Example: "When you have to hiccup, drink a glass of cold water"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hiccup

Example Sentences

"He couldn't sleep because of the hiccoughs."
"She tried various remedies to relieve her hiccoughs."
"His hiccoughs were causing him embarrassment in front of his friends."
"The baby's hiccoughs were adorable."
"The doctor prescribed medication to treat the patient's hiccoughs."
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Word Game Points

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

HICCOUGHS has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is HICCOUGHS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hiccoughs is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HICCOUGHS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is HICCOUGHS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hiccoughs is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HICCOUGHS has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.

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