motion sickness

noun

: sickness induced by motion (as in travel by air, car, or ship) and characterized by nausea

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There’s no one-size-fits-all prevention strategy for motion sickness, but experts say this new feature could work in theory. Korin Miller, Verywell Health, 11 Oct. 2024 Beyond the basics like Tylenol, Advil and bandages, consider including motion sickness medication, antihistamines, anti-itch cream, and stool softeners. Allison Palmer, Sacramento Bee, 27 June 2024 Even setting the motion sickness aside, there is a gulf between this virtual screen and a 4K OLED TV or gaming monitor. Simon Hill, WIRED, 1 Sep. 2023 Anecdotally, online users say this feature has really helped with their motion sickness. Korin Miller, Verywell Health, 11 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for motion sickness 

Word History

First Known Use

1881, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of motion sickness was in 1881

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“Motion sickness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/motion%20sickness. Accessed 2 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

motion sickness

noun
: sickness caused by motion (as in travel by air, car, or ship) and characterized especially by nausea

Medical Definition

motion sickness

noun
: sickness induced by motion (as in travel by air, car, or ship) and characterized by nausea

called also kinetosis

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