Vomit

usgb/ˈvɑːmɪt/
verb

To throw up food from the stomach through the mouth.

She felt nauseous and was afraid she would vomit.
Visual representation of "vomit" - to throw up food from the stomach through the mouth

Often appears as...

  • vomit up
  • vomit out
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Informal Speech

Used mostly in informal conversations or when describing medical conditions.

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During the rough sea voyage, many passengers started to vomit.
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Emotional Intensity

Can express a strong, involuntary reaction of disgust or repulsion.

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The sight was so horrific I felt I might vomit.
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Sensitive Topic

Talking about vomit may be considered rude or unpleasant in some social contexts.

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Sorry, I don't want to talk about vomit while we're eating.
Visual representation of the word "Vomit"

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