definition of
rumination

[1] #1 rumination n. [contemplation, reflection, reflexion, musing, thoughtfulness] a calm, lengthy, intent consideration. wn

[2] #2 rumination n. (of ruminants) chewing (the cud); "ruminants have remarkable powers of rumination". wn

[3] #3 rumination n. regurgitation of small amounts of food; seen in some infants after feeding. wn