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Definition of Belch
1. Noun. A reflex that expels gas noisily from the stomach through the mouth.
Generic synonyms: Ejection, Expulsion, Forcing Out, Projection, Inborn Reflex, Innate Reflex, Instinctive Reflex, Physiological Reaction, Reflex, Reflex Action, Reflex Response, Unconditioned Reflex
Derivative terms: Burp, Eruct
2. Verb. Expel gas from the stomach. "In China it is polite to burp at the table"
Generic synonyms: Breathe, Emit, Pass Off
Derivative terms: Bubble, Burp, Eructation
3. Verb. Become active and spew forth lava and rocks. "Vesuvius erupts once in a while"
Generic synonyms: Burst, Explode
Derivative terms: Eruption, Eruption, Extravasation
Definition of Belch
1. v. t. To eject or throw up from the stomach with violence; to eruct.
2. v. i. To eject wind from the stomach through the mouth; to eructate.
3. n. The act of belching; also, that which is belched; an eructation.
Definition of Belch
1. to expel gas through the mouth [v -ED, -ING, -ES]
Medical Definition of Belch
1. 1. To eject or throw up from the stomach with violence; to eruct. "I belched a hurricane of wind." (Swift) 2. To eject violently from within; to cast forth; to emit; to give vent to; to vent. "Within the gates that now Stood open wide, belching outrageous flame." (Milton) Origin: OE. Belken, AS. Bealcan, akin to E. Bellow. See Bellow. 1. To eject wind from the stomach through the mouth; to eructate. 2. To issue with spasmodic force or noise. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Belch
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