Definitions

1. noun

a sudden, involuntary contraction of the diaphragm, causing a brief interruption in breathing

“She let out a loud hiccup during the presentation.”

2. verb

to experience or cause hiccups

“The spicy food hiccuped him for the rest of the night.”

3. interjection

an expression of surprise or sudden realization

“Hiccup! I just remembered I forgot my phone at home.”