aerophagia
Definitions
from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition
- noun The abnormal, spasmodic swallowing of air, especially as a symptom of hysteria.
Examples
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Swallowing air, known as aerophagia, can also be a major cause of abdominal pain, and may also lead to a swelling of the abdominal area, as well as frequent belching.
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Pardon had told him not to worry about it, it was just aerophagia.
Note
The word 'aerophagia' comes from Greek roots meaning "air" and "eating".
