吐
to vomit; to disgorge
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesverb
to vomit; to throw up
neutralInvoluntary ejection of stomach contents, often due to sickness, dizziness, or intoxication.
People who get car sick easily vomit when taking a boat.
I ate something bad last night, vomiting and having diarrhea, it's very uncomfortable.
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After drinking so much alcohol, he will definitely throw up.
The patient vomited a mouthful of blood after the surgery.
Seeing such dirty things, I can't help but want to vomit.
verb
to disgorge; to pay back (ill-gotten gains)
formalMetaphorical use. Often refers to returning stolen money, embezzled funds, or illegal profits.
The law stipulates that all embezzled stolen money must be disgorged.
That corrupt official had to disgorge the public funds he previously embezzled.
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Since the money is made with a black heart, it will have to be paid back sooner or later.
The court judged him to pay back his illegal gains.
Make those who illegally occupy land disgorge their gains.