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to cough
01
to push air out of our mouth with a sudden noise
Intransitive
Examples
Do n't cough into your hand; it's better to use a tissue.
He had to cough to clear his throat.
Cough
01
the action of air coming out of our mouth with force
Examples
After two weeks, the cough finally disappeared.
He got some cough drops from the store.
02
a condition or disease that makes one cough frequently
What is a "cough"?
A cough is a condition characterized by frequent coughing, which is the body's way of clearing the airways of irritants, mucus, or foreign particles. It can be caused by various factors, including infections like the common cold or flu, allergies, asthma, or chronic conditions such as bronchitis. A persistent cough can be bothersome and may require medical attention to identify and treat the underlying cause. Treatment can include medications, rest, and increased fluid intake to help ease the symptoms.
Examples
Drinking warm tea helped to soothe her cough.
She took medication to relieve her chronic cough.
Lexical Tree
coughing
cough
