How Do You Spell VOMITING?

Pronunciation: [vˈɒmɪtɪŋ] (IPA)

The word "vomiting" is spelled with the letters V, O, M, I, T, I, N, and G. Its International Phonetic Alphabet transcription is /ˈvɒmɪtɪŋ/. This means that "vomiting" is pronounced with stress on the first syllable, a short "o" sound in the second syllable, and a long "i" sound in the third syllable. The final "ing" is pronounced with a nasal "n" and a hard "g" sound. Understanding the IPA helps people to accurately learn and pronounce English words.

VOMITING Meaning and Definition

  1. Vomiting, also known as emesis, is a reflexive bodily process characterized by the forceful expulsion of the contents of the stomach through the mouth. It is a natural defense mechanism triggered by the brain in response to various stimuli or conditions, serving to rid the body of potentially harmful substances or irritants.

    The act of vomiting involves a series of coordinated actions involving the muscles of the stomach, diaphragm, and abdominal wall. It is typically accompanied by an intense feeling of nausea, a queasy sensation in the stomach often preceding the actual act of vomiting. Nausea is generally experienced when the brain detects the presence of irritants, toxins, or signals from other bodily systems, signaling the need for expulsion.

    Vomiting can result from a wide range of causes, including but not limited to viral or bacterial infections, food poisoning, motion sickness, excessive alcohol consumption, certain medications, pregnancy, or underlying medical conditions. While vomiting is commonly associated with the elimination of stomach contents, it can also involve the expulsion of bile, mucus, or other bodily fluids.

    Common symptoms accompanying vomiting may include abdominal discomfort, sweating, dizziness, loss of appetite, and in severe cases, dehydration. Treatment often involves supportive measures such as oral rehydration and rest, particularly when the cause is attributable to a temporary condition. However, persistent or severe vomiting may require medical intervention to identify and address the underlying cause or to prevent complications like electrolyte imbalance.

    In summary, vomiting is the reflexive expulsion of stomach contents and other bodily fluids through the mouth, serving as a protective mechanism to eliminate irritants or harmful substances from the body.

  2. The ejection of matter through the esophagus and mouth from the stomach.

    A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

  3. The act of ejecting from the stomach; the act of throwing out substances from a deep hollow.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of VOMITING

The word "vomiting" is derived from the Latin word "vomitus", which is the past participle of the verb "vomere", meaning "to vomit" or "to throw up". The Latin word itself likely descended from the Proto-Indo-European root "*wem-" or "*wemǝ-", which also gives rise to related words in other Indo-European languages such as the Old English "wemian" meaning "to vomit" and the Greek "ema" meaning "vomit".

Plural form of VOMITING is VOMITINGS

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