What is the meaning of the word "haematemesis"?

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  1. The medical term for the vomiting of blood. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • The patient was rushed to the hospital after experiencing severe haematemesis, a potential sign of a bleeding ulcer. copy to clipboard
  2. Vomiting blood. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • Esophageal varices are a common cause of haematemesis in individuals with chronic liver disease. copy to clipboard

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