Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
belch
verb
/bɛltʃ/
Definition
To expel air from the stomach through the mouth with a loud sound.
Examples
- After the meal, Tom couldn’t help but belch loudly, causing everyone to laugh.
- The baby let out a small belch after finishing her bottle.
- He tried to be discreet but ended up belching in front of his friends.
Meaning
Belching is a natural bodily function that occurs when gas is expelled from the stomach, often after eating or drinking.
Synonyms
- burp
- expel gas
- eructate
