Meaning of the word hangover in English

What does hangover mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hangover

US /ˈhæŋˌoʊ.vɚ/

UK /ˈhæŋˌoʊ.vɚ/

a severe headache or other unpleasant physical effects following an excessive indulgence in alcoholic drinks

Example:

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I woke up with a terrible hangover after the party.

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He tried various remedies to cure his hangover.

Synonym:

a surviving trace of something, especially something undesirable from the past

Example:

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The old factory building was a hangover from the industrial era.

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There are still some hangovers from the old system that need to be addressed.

Synonym:

remnant vestige relic residue aftermath

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