Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gurgitation

noun

/ˌɡɜːrɡɪˈteɪʃən/

Definition

The act or process of gurgitating; the sound or action of liquid moving in a turbulent manner, especially as it flows through a narrow space or into a container.

Examples

The baby made a sound of gurgitation while drinking from the bottle.
The gurgitation of the stream could be heard from the campsite.
He felt a gurgitation in his stomach after the meal.

Meaning

Gurgitation refers to the sound produced by liquid moving in a rush, often creating a bubbling noise as it flows, especially in the throat or when liquids are poured.