Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

coughing-fit

Noun

/ˈkɔːfɪŋ fɪt/

Definition

A sudden, uncontrollable bout of coughing that can occur repeatedly.

Examples

After the dusty road trip, she experienced a severe coughing-fit that lasted several minutes.
The child had a coughing-fit that woke him up from his sleep.

Meaning

Coughing-fit refers to a series of intense and persistent coughs that typically manifest as a response to irritation in the throat or respiratory tract. It can be triggered by various factors such as allergens, respiratory infections, or environmental irritants.