Regurgitate

usgb/rɪˈɡɜːrdʒɪteɪt/
verb

To bring back up partially digested food from the stomach into the mouth.

Some birds regurgitate food to feed their young.
Visual representation of "regurgitate" - To bring back up partially digested food from the stomach into the mouth.

Often appears as...

  • regurgitate food
  • regurgitate contents
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Animal Behavior

Used mostly for animals, especially birds feeding their chicks.

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Mother penguins regurgitate their food to nourish their babies.
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Not Always Illness

Regurgitating doesn't always mean the animal is sick; it can be normal behavior.

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Healthy young raptors regurgitate pellets consisting of indigestible material.
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Human Context

When referring to humans, it usually implies illness or disgust.

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He regurgitated his meal after riding the roller coaster.
Visual representation of the word "Regurgitate"

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