nausea

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nausea  /ˈnɔ zi ə/ ? Meaning of "nausea"

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Definition(s):

  1. (n) the state that precedes vomiting
  2. (n) disgust so strong it makes you feel sick

Derived Word(s)

nauseous

Usage(s):

  1. In Europe, pregnant women are given a common heartburn drug to treat nausea.
  2. All influence to varying degrees the maelstrom of nausea.
  3. You marvel at how lightly he addresses his displeasuresPercy's book is like Sartre's Nausea without the nausea.

Quotes

  1. Wales coach Gareth Jenkins said: "Colin is suffering from viral labyrinthitis, or vertigo, which causes imbalance and nausea, making him too unwell to travel with us on Saturday. Initially, we thought Colin would join us for the remainder of the...
    on Jul 23, 2007 By: Gareth Jenkins Source: Sportinglife.co.za

  2. "They are pointing this low, long-range acoustic weapon at us, which can cause deafness, permanent or temporary, vomiting, nausea and disorientation," Mr Watson said. "They even aimed it up at the helicopter. It could have caused the...
    on Feb 1, 2009 By: Paul Watson Source: The Australian

  3. "I just think with those doubleheaders that guys were getting sick," Francona said. "A lot of guys got dehydrated, and they're feeling it in their legs. It's not just nausea."
    on May 27, 2007 By: Terry Francona Source: SportingNews.com

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