cough
Definition
1.- A sudden, usually noisy expulsion of air from the lungs, often involuntary. 2.- A condition that causes one to cough; a tendency to cough. 3.- Used to focus attention on a following utterance, often a euphemism or an attribution of blame.
Pronunciation
/kɔf/
Explanation
1.- Behind me, I heard a distinct, dry cough. 2.- Sorry, I can't come to work today – I've got a nasty cough. 3.- He was – cough – indisposed.
Details
- Category: Medicine, Health, and Needs
- Sign Language: Lengua de Señas Mexicana (LSM)
- Region: México
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