cough out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To remove by coughing, especially figuratively, to say through coughs.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
He coughed out blood.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To give (money) to someone.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “cough out” mean?
To remove by coughing, especially figuratively, to say through coughs.
Is “cough out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.