emesis

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Definitions

Noun

the reflex act of ejecting the contents of the stomach through the mouth

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Synonyms

disgorgement puking regurgitation vomit vomiting

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More General Terms

ejection expulsion forcing out inborn reflex innate reflex instinctive reflex physiological reaction projection reflex reflex action reflex response unconditioned reflex

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More Specific Terms

haematemesis hematemesis hyperemesis rumination

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