How Do You Spell REGURGITATE?

Pronunciation: [ɹɪɡˈɜːd͡ʒɪtˌe͡ɪt] (IPA)

The word "regurgitate" is spelled /rɪˈɡɜːr.dʒɪ.teɪt/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable is pronounced with the vowel sound /ɪ/ as in "sit" and the second syllable has the schwa sound /ə/ as in "about". The third syllable is pronounced with the consonant cluster /rdʒ/ as in "judge", followed by the vowel sound /ɪ/ and the final syllable has the sound /teɪt/ as in "eight". Overall, the spelling reflects the various sounds in the word, making it phonetically challenging yet interesting.

REGURGITATE Meaning and Definition

1. Regurgitate, as a verb, refers to the act of bringing food or liquid back up from the stomach and out of the mouth. It involves the involuntary action of expelling and repeating the process of swallowing. This term is commonly used in the context of animals, particularly birds, which regurgitate food to feed their offspring. In this sense, regurgitation serves as a parental behavior to provide nutrients and sustenance to their young.

   However, beyond its literal definition, regurgitate also holds a metaphorical meaning. It can be used to describe the act of repeating or reiterating information or ideas without much thought or originality. In this figurative sense, regurgitate refers to the act of reciting or reproducing something without fully understanding it or giving it proper consideration. It often implies a lack of critical thinking or creativity, as the person merely replicates previously acquired knowledge or opinions without adding anything new or insightful to the discussion.

   In academic context, regurgitate is typically used to criticize an individual who demonstrates a lack of comprehension or original thought by memorizing and reproducing information mechanically, rather than demonstrating a deep understanding of the subject matter. It implies the absence of independent thinking or analysis, as the person simply repeats what they have learned or heard. The term is often employed to encourage more critical and reflective learning approaches, emphasizing the importance of comprehension and unique insights rather than mere repetition.

2. 1. To flow backward. 2. To expel the contents of the stomach in small amounts, short of vomiting.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

3. To throw or pour back from a deep or hollow place, as from a whirlpool; to throw back in great quantity.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of REGURGITATE

The word "regurgitate" is derived from the Latin word "regurgitare", which is a combination of the prefix "re-" (meaning "back" or "again") and the verb "gurgitare" (meaning "to flood" or "to overwhelm"). The Latin term itself is derived from "gurges", which means "whirlpool" or "abyss". Therefore, "regurgitate" originally referred to the act of flowing or pouring back, similar to how water would flow back in a whirlpool. Over time, the term's meaning expanded to include the concept of bringing back previously swallowed food or liquid.

Similar spelling words for REGURGITATE

• regurgitation,
• resurrect,
• resurgent.

Conjugate verb Regurgitate

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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FUTURE

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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE PERFECT

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

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NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to regurgitate

PAST CONTINUOUS

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PAST PARTICIPLE

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PAST PERFECT

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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT

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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

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PRESENT PERFECT

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PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

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SIMPLE PAST

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