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HICCUPS

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There are 2 meanings of the word Hiccups.

How to pronounce hiccups:

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Hiccups - 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)
hiccoughsingultus

Hiccups - as a verb

Breathe spasmodically, and make a sound

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hiccough

Example Sentences

"I always get hiccups when I drink soda too quickly."
"The baby's hiccups were so cute."
"He tried everything to get rid of his hiccups."
"I can't concentrate with these hiccups."
"The hiccups interrupted his speech."
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Word Game Points

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

HICCUPS has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is HICCUPS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hiccups is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HICCUPS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

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

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