hiccup
noun
Pronunciation: ˈhɪkʌp
Definition
An involuntary spasm of the diaphragm that causes a sudden intake of breath followed by a sharp closing of the glottis.
Examples
She tried holding her breath to get rid of a persistent hiccup.
The baby let out a tiny hiccup after finishing his bottle.
He had a bad case of hiccups that lasted for nearly an hour.
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