Cough — synonyms, definition

1. cough (Noun)

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cough (Noun) — A sudden noisy expulsion of air from the lungs that clears the air passages; a common symptom of upper respiratory infection, bronchitis, pneumonia or tuberculosis.

cough (Noun) — A condition that causes coughing; a tendency to cough.

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2. cough (Verb)

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cough (Verb) — Exhale abruptly, as when one has a chest cold or congestion. ex. "The smoker coughs all day"

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