B2nounhealth
US/ˈvɑː.mɪt/
UK/ˈvɒm.ɪt/
food and liquid that comes up from the stomach and out of the mouth
In context
There was vomit on the floor of the bus after the long, bumpy ride.
The nurse cleaned up the vomit and gave the child some water.
Blood in the vomit is a sign that you should see a doctor at once.
Words that go with vomit
verb + noun
- clean up vomitThe staff had to clean up vomit in the lobby.
- wipe up vomitPlease wipe up the vomit before anyone slips.
noun + preposition
- smell of vomitThe smell of vomit filled the small room.
- blood in the vomitHe noticed blood in the vomit and called for help.
- a pool of vomitThere was a pool of vomit next to the bed.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I have vomit.Correct: I feel sick. / I am going to vomit.