eructation

/ɛrˌəkˈtɑːʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

the act of belching, or a belch, especially one that is loud or sudden

“The eructation of gas from the stomach was a loud and embarrassing sound in the quiet restaurant.”

Synonyms

  • belch
  • burp

Antonyms

  • silence
  • swallow