hiccough, hiccup, singultus - (usually plural) the state of having reflex spasms of the diaphragm accompanied by a rapid closure of the glottis producing an audible sound; sometimes a symptom of indigestion
Example:- how do you cure the hiccups?
hiccough, hiccup - breathe spasmodically, and make a sound
Example:- When you have to hiccup, drink a glass of cold water