Definition

The act of expelling gas from the stomach through the mouth, often producing a sound.

Example

After drinking the soda, he let out a loud eructation.

Conversation

Did you hear that loud noise earlier?

Yeah, it sounded like someone had a big eructation.

I thought it was just my imagination at first!

Nope, that was definitely a real one!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Eructation is formed from "e-" (meaning out) and "ructare" (meaning to belch). The word describes the act of belching or expelling gas from the stomach through the mouth.

Memory Tip

Think of gas being expelled 'out' ('e-') from the stomach, which is what 'eructation' means.

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