English · Phrasal verb Attested

cough over

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Meaning · English

To give money or other valuables, usually reluctantly.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Eventually, he'll cough over the money he owes.

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).

Common questions

What does “cough over” mean?

To give money or other valuables, usually reluctantly.

Is “cough over” formal or informal?

cough over is generally slang.

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