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
1
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 notesIn plain EnglishA flowing-back, most commonly used for stomach acid rising up the esophagus.
Common pairings
acid reflux
reflux symptoms
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Word forms
- Plural
- refluxes
- Third person singular
- refluxes
- Past tense
- refluxed
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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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