stomach bug

[stuhm-uhk buhg]

noun

1. a short-term illness with digestive symptoms, such as vomiting and diarrhea, caused by a virus or bacteria.

Word History and Origins

Origin of stomach bug¹

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

At the start of the year, Betts believed he created bad swing habits while recovering from a March stomach bug that saw him lose 20 pounds and some of his already underwhelming bat speed.

From Los Angeles Times

Only the father was present and Elliott was told the mother had a stomach bug and didn’t want to get her sick, she said.

From Los Angeles Times

"I went from feeling my absolute best for a set and a half to my absolute worst for about 45 minutes. Whether it was a stomach bug, I don't know what it is," Djokovic said.

From BBC

A stomach bug sidelined a few of my reservations, but the meals I did manage to enjoy made a strong case for booking another trip soon.

From Salon

Doncic, who played with a stomach bug in Game 3, looked far more like himself in Game 4.

From Los Angeles Times