Hiccup Definition & Meaning
hiccup
- noun
- (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
- breathe spasmodically, and make a sound; "When you have to hiccup, drink a glass of cold water"
"Hiccup" in song lyrics
See how hiccup is used in real songs:
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"You sneeze or even hiccup"
Celph Titled & Buckwild f/ A.G., Diamond D, Grand Puba, O.C., Sadat X — There Will Be Blood -
"Beat up and kick up until they boy start hiccup"
Kardinal Offishall f/ — Ol' Time Killin' -
"I'm drunk again, excuse the hiccup"
Kid Rock — Hillbilly Stomp
Words that rhyme with hiccup
Usage tips for "hiccup"
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