Regurgitation Definition & Meaning

regurgitation
noun
  1. backflow of blood through a defective heart valve
  2. recall after rote memorization; "he complained that school was just memorization and regurgitation"
  3. the reflex act of ejecting the contents of the stomach through the mouth

"Regurgitation" in song lyrics

See how regurgitation is used in real songs:

  • "gagging regurgitation"
    AOL — AOL
  • "mitral regurgitation"
    AOL — AOL
  • "trace pulmonic regurgitation"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "regurgitation"

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