Eructation is a technical term for the act or an instance of burping or belching. The verbs eruct and eructate mean to burp.

Why does eructation mean?

The release of air or gas from the stomach or esophagus through the mouth. Eructation is usually caused by a buildup of air in the esophagus or upper part of the stomach when too much air is swallowed.

What is eructation medical term?

Belching or burping (eructation) is the voluntary or involuntary, sometimes noisy release of air from the stomach or esophagus through the mouth. Burping 3 or 4 times after eating a meal is normal and is usually caused by swallowing air.