Hangovers

/ˈhæŋoʊvərz/ noun

Definition

Unpleasant physical effects like headache, nausea, and fatigue that happen after drinking too much alcohol.

Etymology

Compound of 'hang' and 'over,' originating in the 1800s. The 'hang' refers to symptoms that linger or persist, and 'over' suggests they carry over from the previous night into the next day.

Kelly Says

Your hangover isn't just dehydration—alcohol disrupts your sleep cycles, so you miss the deep REM sleep your brain needs to consolidate memories and regulate emotions, which is why you feel mentally foggy, not just physically sick.

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