Heartburn

/ˈhɑːrtˌbɜrn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A burning sensation in the chest caused by the reflux of acid from the stomach into the esophagus.

After eating spicy food, I experienced severe heartburn throughout the night.

A condition resulting from acid regurgitation that causes discomfort.

She took antacids to relieve the heartburn that had bothered her after breakfast.

A common digestive issue that can be triggered by certain foods or behaviors.

Drinking coffee on an empty stomach often leads to heartburn for some people.

The term 'heartburn' dates back to Middle English 'herteberwne' which literally means 'burning in the heart.'

heartburn relief

Methods or medications for alleviating the symptoms of heartburn.

heartburn medication

Drugs specifically designed to treat heartburn, such as antacids.

chronic heartburn

Long-lasting or recurrent heartburn, often indicative of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

acid reflux

The condition in which stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing heartburn.

antacid

A medication that counteracts stomach acidity to relieve heartburn.

GERD

Gastroesophageal reflux disease, a more serious and chronic form of acid reflux.

Burny belly

After that greasy meal, I've got a serious case of burny belly.

Sour stomach

Too many tacos gave me a sour stomach last night.