expectorate

Meanings

• Verb

  To spit out saliva or mucus from the mouth.

  - "He expectorated a large loogie."
  - "After the surgery, the patient was instructed to expectorate frequently to clear his lungs."

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Pronunciation

1. /ɪkˈspɛktəɹeɪt/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=949318"

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with expectorate
anticipate , contemplate , intimate , relate

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Variants

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expectorate , expectorated , expectorates , expectorating , expectoration , expectorations

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'expectare' meaning 'to await' or 'to prepare,' which evolved to mean 'to spit out' due to the act of spitting being a way to prepare the body for healing.

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Trivia

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1. The longest recorded expectorated loogie was 28 feet 10 inches long.

2. In some cultures, spitting is considered a sign of disrespect or a curse.

3. Expectorating is a reflex action that is controlled by the brainstem.

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Related Concepts

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1. Coughing: Coughing and expectorating are often used together to describe the process of clearing the lungs of mucus and other debris.

2. Saliva: Expectorating saliva is a natural process that helps keep the mouth moist and free of bacteria.

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Culture

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In literature, expectorate is often used to describe the act of clearing the throat or lungs, particularly in medical contexts or when someone is ill. In art, there are depictions of people expectorating as a sign of illness or disease.

How to Memorize "expectorate"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of spitting out saliva or mucus from your mouth.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the act of clearing your throat or lungs.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Expect Orate' to remember the meaning of the word.

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