burp

[ burp ]

noun

1. an ejection of stomach gas through the mouth; belch.

verb (used without object)

1. to eject stomach gas through the mouth; belch.

verb (used with object)

1. to cause (a baby) to belch by patting their back, especially to relieve gas after feeding.

burp

/ bɜːp /

noun

1. informal.
   a belch

verb

1. informal.
   intr to belch
2. tr to cause (a baby) to burp to relieve flatulence after feeding

Other Words From

• burp·less adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of burp¹

An Americanism first recorded in 1930–35; imitative

Word History and Origins

Origin of burp¹

C20: of imitative origin

Example Sentences

Clinton is the original political rock star, and the media remain utterly captivated by his every burp, cough, and hiccup.

From The Daily Beast

Every time I have burp or my body has an urge to slow down, I tell myself, there is no reason to slow down.

From The Daily Beast

He comes to power like Fidel Castro and enters Time magazine with a burp gun.

From The Daily Beast

I can recommend strollers, changing tables, potties, burp cloths.

From The Daily Beast

The burp-gunner advanced into the room, looked around, saw von Schlichten, and addressed him.

From Project Gutenberg

It was the pistol known as the "burp gun," that sprayed slugs like a hose.

From Project Gutenberg

Across the hall, Long Shadow's burp gun had made a fine mess.

From Project Gutenberg

"And I'll burp like a lady, if at all," Moira assured him cheerfully as they got ready to leave.

From Project Gutenberg

The baby fed and fed, and let out a deep burp in three-part harmony, spat up a little, and drank some more.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• belch