noun

reflux

REE-fluhks

Reflux (noun) means a backward flow, especially of stomach acid up into the throat. Example: “Spicy food often triggers his acid reflux.”

noun

A backward flow, especially of stomach acid up into the throat.

"Spicy food often triggers his acid reflux."

"Reflux can cause a burning sensation in the chest."

How to use reflux

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA flowing-back, most commonly used for stomach acid rising up the esophagus.

Common pairings

acid reflux reflux symptoms

Word forms

refluxed past tense, refluxes plural, refluxes singular

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Frequently asked questions

What does “reflux” mean?

The word “reflux” means a backward flow, especially of stomach acid up into the throat. In plain terms, a flowing-back, most commonly used for stomach acid rising up the esophagus.

How do you pronounce “reflux”?

“Reflux” is pronounced REE-fluhks (/ˈɹiː.flʌks/ in IPA).

How do you use “reflux” in a sentence?

Here is “reflux” used in a sentence: “Spicy food often triggers his acid reflux.”

What part of speech is “reflux”?

“Reflux” is a noun.

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