Definition of "aerophagia" []

• The abnormal, spasmodic swallowing of air, especially as a symptom of hysteria. (noun)

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• "Swallowing air, known as aerophagia, can also be a major cause of abdominal pain, and may also lead to a swelling of the abdominal area, as well as frequent belching."
• "Pardon had told him not to worry about it, it was just aerophagia."