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masculine

/ˈbomito/

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Translation

vomit, vomiting

Word origin

From Latin vomitus, the past participle of vomere ('to vomit'). The same root gives English 'vomit'.

Origin
Latin
Root
vomitus
English cognates
vomit

Grammar

Gendermasculine
Pluralvómitos

Examples

fiebre .

The child had vomiting and a fever during the night.

síntoma intoxicación.

Vomiting can be a symptom of food poisoning.

, .

If the vomiting continues, you should call the doctor.

embarazo.

Nausea and vomiting are common in pregnancy.

mareo provocó .

The seasickness made him vomit.

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This word is part of lesson 88.