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hiccup

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noun

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

“how do you cure the hiccups?”

verb

breathe spasmodically, and make a sound

“When you have to hiccup, drink a glass of cold water”

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