1. to cough up and spit out phlegm or other matter from the throat or lungs
Usage: medical/formal

Examples

• The patient expectorates blood-tinged mucus.
• He expectorates frequently due to his respiratory condition.
• The doctor asked if she expectorates any phlegm in the morning.
• After the infection cleared, he no longer expectorates thick mucus.
• The nurse noted that the patient expectorates clear fluid.
• She expectorates into a tissue to avoid spreading germs.