Meaning of the word hiccup in English
What does hiccup mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hiccup
US /ˈhɪk.ʌp/
UK /ˈhɪk.ʌp/
Noun
1.
an involuntary spasm of the diaphragm and respiratory organs, with a sudden closure of the glottis and a characteristic sound
Example:
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She let out a loud hiccup during the quiet movie.
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I have the hiccups and can't stop them.
2.
a minor problem or setback
Example:
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There was a slight hiccup in our travel plans.
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The stock market experienced a brief hiccup yesterday.
Verb
to suffer from or make the sound of a hiccup
Example:
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He started to hiccup after eating too fast.
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The baby hiccupped softly in her sleep.