vomitus

[voh-mi-tuh s]

vomitus Definition

• 1. the matter that is vomited
• 2. the act of vomiting

Using vomitus: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "vomitus" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The doctor examined the color and consistency of the vomitus to determine the cause of the illness.

• Example

  The patient experienced frequent episodes of vomitus after eating spoiled food.

vomitus Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for vomitus

• emesis
• regurgitation
• throwing up

Phrases with vomitus

• coffee ground vomitus

  a type of vomit that looks like coffee grounds, indicating the presence of partially digested blood

  Example

  The patient was rushed to the hospital after experiencing coffee ground vomitus.

• projectile vomitus

  a forceful expulsion of vomit that can travel a significant distance from the person's mouth

  Example

  The child's projectile vomitus covered the entire room.

• dry vomitus

  a type of vomit that contains no liquid, often seen in cases of severe dehydration

  Example

  The athlete's dry vomitus was a sign of heat exhaustion.

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Summary: vomitus in Brief

'Vomitus' [voh-mi-tuh s] refers to the matter that is vomited or the act of vomiting. It is used in medical contexts to describe the color, consistency, and frequency of vomit, such as 'coffee ground vomitus,' 'projectile vomitus,' and 'dry vomitus.'