1. (

• hiccup ,
• hiccough ,
• 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; "how do you cure the hiccups?" ;

1. (

• hiccup ,
• hiccough

) breathe spasmodically, and make a sound; "When you have to hiccup, drink a glass of cold water" ;