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EXPECTORATING

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Expectorating.

Expectorating - as a verb

Clear out the chest and lungs

Example: "This drug expectorates quickly"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clear outdrive out

Discharge (phlegm or sputum) from the lungs and out of the mouth

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cough outcough upspit outspit up
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
discharge16eject14exhaust17expel14release7
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He is expectorating into a tissue."
"The doctor advised him to avoid expectorating in public places."
"She was coughing and expectorating phlegm."
"The medication helped in expectorating the mucus."
"He is expectorating blood, which is concerning."
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Word Game Points

Is EXPECTORATING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, expectorating is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EXPECTORATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 25.

Is EXPECTORATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, expectorating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EXPECTORATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 29.

Is EXPECTORATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, expectorating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EXPECTORATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.

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