noun
Uncommon
coughing
Coughing (noun) means the act of forcing air from the lungs repeatedly, usually due to irritation or illness. Example: “His coughing kept the whole office awake with concern.”
noun
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The act of forcing air from the lungs repeatedly, usually due to irritation or illness.
"His coughing kept the whole office awake with concern."
How to use coughing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRepeated coughing — the noun form describing the act itself.
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What does “coughing” mean?
The word “coughing” means the act of forcing air from the lungs repeatedly, usually due to irritation or illness. In plain terms, repeated coughing — the noun form describing the act itself.
How do you use “coughing” in a sentence?
Here is “coughing” used in a sentence: “His coughing kept the whole office awake with concern.”
What part of speech is “coughing”?
“Coughing” is a noun.
Is “coughing” a common word?
“Coughing” is an uncommon word in modern English.
