Meaning & Definition
noun
a noisy expulsion of gas from the stomach through the mouth; a burp.
He let out a belch that echoed through the quiet room.
a sudden or loud eruption.
The belch of flames from the dragon startled everyone in the village.
verb
to expel gas noisily from the stomach through the mouth; to burp.
After finishing the soda, he couldn't help but belch loudly.
to make a loud, sudden sound that resembles a belch.
The volcano began to belch smoke and ash into the sky.
Etymology
Middle English 'belchnen', from Old English 'belcan' meaning 'to belch'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
belch out:
To release something in a loud and forceful manner.
belched forth:
To emit something vigorously, often used in a figurative sense.
Slang Meanings
Air biscuit
He released an air biscuit during dinner, causing everyone to laugh.
Burp
She let a burp slip out after the big meal.