Meaning & Definition of word "Burp"

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    Burp

    /bɜːrp/

    noun:

    • 1. the act of burping; a sound made when gas is expelled from the stomach.
      • Example: That was quite a burp after dinner!
    • 2. a loud sound made by the expulsion of gas from the stomach through the mouth.
      • Example: Everyone laughed at his unexpected burp during the meeting.

    verb:

    • 1. to release gas loudly from the stomach through the mouth.
      • Example: He burped loudly after finishing his soda.
    • 2. to expel gas from the stomach in a noisy manner.
      • Example: The baby burped after being fed.

    Etymology

    Possibly imitative of the sound of burping.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    burp like a baby:

    To burp loudly or frequently, often as a result of overeating.

    let out a burp:

    To expel gas from the stomach, typically after eating or drinking.

    Related Words

    belch:

    A loud expulsion of gas from the stomach.

    eructation:

    The act of belching or burping.

    Slang Meanings of burp

    Meaning: To burp loudly or with pride.

    Example Sentence: He burped like a champion after the barbecue.

    Meaning: An informal way to refer to burping.

    Example Sentence: After guzzling that drink, all I could do was let out a big burp!