Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Cough Out.
Cough Out - as a verb
Discharge (phlegm or sputum) from the lungs and out of the mouth
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cough upexpectorate22spit outspit upHypernyms (Closely Related)
discharge16eject14exhaust17expel14release7Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She couldn't help but cough out a laugh at his silly joke."
"The patient was instructed to cough out forcefully during the lung exam."
"The old man struggled to cough out the words he wanted to say."
"The singer had to stop the performance momentarily to cough out a tickle in her throat."
