ralph
verb (used without object)
to vomit.
ralph
1 American
[ralf]
/ rælf /
verb (used without object)
Slang.
Ralph
2
American
[ralf, rayf, rahf, rahlf]
/ rælf, reɪf, rɑf, rɑlf /
noun
Etymology
Origin of ralph
First recorded in 1965–70; apparently of expressive origin
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Plus, peeling back the foil from the designated corner requires much more fine motor finesse than one can summon while trying to repress the urge to ralph.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 19, 2021
It’s already common for passengers to ralph in ride-share vehicles.
From Slate ● May 16, 2018
Ralph MacDonald and William Salter wrote the song with Withers, who died of heart complications on March 30, 2020.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 5, 2026
Five minutes after Ralph was born, following what Ciara describes as a normal pregnancy, she noticed "big raw patches" on his hands and feet.
From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026
Earth, Wind & Fire percussionist Ralph Johnson says “ba-dee-ya” can mean whatever you want it to mean.
From Salon ● Sep. 13, 2026
The company is selling more items from Ralph Lauren and Coach, as well as watches and fine jewelry at its Bloomingdale’s brand.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
Ralph finally lost his temper and squeaked at the top of his voice, “Beat it, you rotten little rodents!”
From "Ralph S. Mouse" by Beverly Cleary
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