Belching

/ˈbɛltʃɪŋ/ verb, noun

Definition

Forcefully expelling gas from the stomach through the mouth with a loud sound, or releasing something in bursts.

Etymology

From Middle English 'belchen,' from Old English 'bealcan.' The word is onomatopoetic, imitating the actual sound of belching.

Kelly Says

In some cultures, belching after a meal is considered polite and means you appreciated the food—it's literally the opposite of rude, which shows how much 'manners' change across the world!

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