Vomiting that includes mucus or slimy discharge, often a symptom of illness.
From Greek 'blenna' (mucus) + 'emesis' (vomiting). This medical term emerged in the 19th century to describe a specific type of vomiting with mucus content.
The Greek root 'emesis' means 'vomiting' and appears in antiemetic drugs (which prevent vomiting) and gastroenterology—once you learn this root, you unlock understanding of a whole category of medical conditions.
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