VOMIT Meaning and
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Vomit is a verb that refers to the act of forcibly or involuntarily ejecting the contents of the stomach through the mouth and sometimes the nose. It is also used as a noun to describe the substance that is expelled in this manner. Vomiting is a natural reflex of the body, triggered by various factors such as illness, excessive alcohol consumption, food poisoning, motion sickness, or the presence of toxic substances in the digestive system.
When a person vomits, their body undergoes a series of muscular contractions, including the diaphragm and abdominal muscles, which vigorously expel the stomach's contents. This often accompanies a feeling of nausea or discomfort in the stomach and is sometimes preceded by retching or gagging.
The substance that is expelled during vomiting may consist of the recently ingested food, partially digested liquids, stomach acids, and sometimes bile. It commonly has an unpleasant smell, taste, and appearance due to its acidic nature and the presence of stomach enzymes.
Vomiting serves as a protective mechanism for the body, helping to rid the digestive system of harmful substances or irritants. It is often followed by a sense of relief, although repeated or persistent vomiting can lead to dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, and other complications.
In summary, vomit describes the act of forcefully expelling the contents of the stomach through the mouth and nose. It is a natural reflex that aids in eliminating harmful substances or irritants from the body.
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1. To eject matter forcibly from the stomach. 2. Matter thrown up from the stomach. 3. An emetic.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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• To eject or throw up the contents of the stomach; to discharge from the stomach through the mouth.
• The matter ejected from the stomach; an emetic.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of VOMIT
The word "vomit" originates from the Latin word "vomitus", which is the past participle of the verb "vomere". In Latin, "vomere" means "to eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth". The term "vomitus" is derived from the Indo-European root "*wem-", which means "to vomit" or "to spit out". From Latin, the word passed into Old French as "vomissement" and eventually evolved into the Middle English word "vomyt". Over time, it transformed into the modern English word "vomit", retaining its original meaning of regurgitating the contents of the stomach.
Idioms with the word VOMIT
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vomit sth out
The idiom "vomit something out" is used metaphorically to describe the act of spewing or blurting out information, ideas, or words without much thought or consideration. It implies a lack of control and often suggests that the content being expressed is excessive, disorganized, or without value.
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vomit sth up
The idiom "vomit something up" means to forcefully express or give out something, typically information or feelings, quickly and without much thought or consideration. It often implies a lack of control or restraint in expressing oneself.
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as a dog returns to his vomit, so a fool repeats his folly
This idiom refers to the idea that foolish or unwise people often repeat the same mistakes or engage in the same harmful behaviors, just as a dog will return to its vomit despite it being unpleasant or harmful. It warns against the tendency for individuals to not learn from their past mistakes and continue making them.
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vomit forth
The idiom "vomit forth" means to forcefully expel or express something, usually in a forceful or overwhelming manner. It often conveys a sense of something being released or expressed abruptly and intensely.
Similar spelling words for VOMIT
- VMWT,
- fomite,
- FMD,
- fumito,
- femto-,
- VWMD,
- Fiammetta,
- Vomito,
- FUMHD,
- fuamatu,
- fumetto,
- VIMAD,
- fumet(te),
- FMT,
- Fumid,
- de-famed,
- VMOTA,
- fumetti,
- FIMED,
- Phymata,
- ill-famed,
- Fiametta,
- FEMAT,
- FMMTO,
- VMAT2,
- FMTUA,
- Fumado,
- FFMED,
- un-famed,
- Fumette,
- vummed,
- FFEMT,
- FMOD,
- FMDDI,
- FMWAYD,
- Fumet,
- VMD-2,
- VAMD,
- VMD,
- vimto,
- FMITA,
- VIMT,
- foamite,
- FEMTAA,
- VMT,
- FAMJT,
- FMMD,
- VMAT,
- FMUIT,
- FEMTE,
- VMAT1,
- vomity,
- HFMT,
- VIMT.,
- FMADE,
- far-famed,
- WFMT,
- FUMTA,
- Famed,
- FUMEHD,
- FMAUT,
- fumed,
- Vomitio,
- Fewmet,
- VHEMT,
- VEMAT,
- VOMWD,
- femto,
- VMATW,
- E-pHEMT,
- HVMTA,
- FAMTO,
- va-voomed,
- VMDI,
- FMET,
- FFMHYD,
- Fumade,
- HFMD,
- FMM3D,
- Foamed,
- FAIMED.
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