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Noun — The headache, nausea, and other unpleasant effects felt after drinking too much alcohol.

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Etymology

American English coinage from "hang" + "over," first recorded around 1900 for the effects of drinking.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hangover” mean?

The word “hangover” means the headache, nausea, and other unpleasant effects felt after drinking too much alcohol. In plain terms, the rough after-effects of drinking too much, or something left over from an earlier time.

How do you pronounce “hangover”?

“Hangover” is pronounced ha-ngoh-vuh-HANG-uu-vuh (/ˈhæŋoʊ̯vɚ/ ~ /ˈhæŋɔʊ̯vɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “hangover” in a sentence?

Here is “hangover” used in a sentence: “He woke up with a terrible hangover after the party.”

What part of speech is “hangover”?

“Hangover” is a noun.

Where does the word “hangover” come from?

The word “hangover” dates back to around 1900. American English coinage from "hang" + "over," first recorded around 1900 for the effects of drinking.

Is “hangover” a common word?

“Hangover” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “hangover” have?

“Hangover” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the headache, nausea, and other unpleasant effects felt after drinking too much alcohol.

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