regurgitation

noun

re·​gur·​gi·​ta·​tion (ˌ)rē-ˌgər-jə-ˈtā-shən How to pronounce regurgitation (audio)
: an act of regurgitating: such as
a
: the casting up of incompletely digested food (as by some birds in feeding their young)
b
: the backward flow of blood through a defective heart valve

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However, a murmur can also be caused by an issue within the heart, like a regurgitation (backflow) of blood or an obstruction.4 Ways to Listen A stethoscope is used to listen to heart sounds. Patty Weasler, Rn, Bsn, Verywell Health, 13 Feb. 2025 Acid reflux treatments typically reduce stomach acid secretion, which can help prevent and alleviate complications such as regurgitation (when stomach contents flow back into the throat or mouth) and heartburn. Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 31 Jan. 2025 Mitral regurgitation and severe congestive heart failure are two conditions associated with a soft and muffled S1. Colleen Doherty, Verywell Health, 2 Dec. 2024 Known as regurgitation, this can lead to vomiting and heartburn, a burning sensation in the chest. Mark Gurarie, Health, 20 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for regurgitation

Word History

First Known Use

1601, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of regurgitation was in 1601

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“Regurgitation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/regurgitation. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.

Medical Definition

regurgitation

noun
re·​gur·​gi·​ta·​tion (ˌ)rē-ˌgər-jə-ˈtā-shən How to pronounce regurgitation (audio)
: an act of regurgitating
especially : the backward flow of blood through a defective heart valve see aortic regurgitation

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