Synonyms of hiccough

Noun

1. hiccup, hiccough, singultus, symptom, reflex, reflex response, reflex action, instinctive reflex, innate reflex, inborn reflex, unconditioned reflex, physiological reaction

usage: (usually plural) the state of having reflex spasms of the diaphragm accompanied by a rapid closure of the glottis producing an audible sound; sometimes a symptom of indigestion; "how do you cure the hiccups?"

Verb

1. hiccup, hiccough, breathe, take a breath, respire, suspire

usage: breathe spasmodically, and make a sound; "When you have to hiccup, drink a glass of cold water"