ruminations

Noun

rumination (countable and uncountable, plural ruminations)

1. The act of ruminating; i.e. chewing cud.
2. (figuratively) Deep thought or consideration.
   • Amid these internal battles is a clear vision of the chaotic world outside, too; ‘Bless The Bold Future’ is a nuanced rumination on the dangers of bringing new life onto a planet in turmoil2025 July 3, Fred Garratt-Stanley, “Kae Tempest – ‘Self Titled’ review: an inspiring reflection on identity and self-discovery”, in NME

   Synonyms:

   cogitation, contemplation, deliberation, mulling, musing, pondering, meditation, reflection, rethinking, reconsideration

3. Negative cyclic thinking; persistent and recurrent worrying or brooding.
4. An eating disorder characterized by repetitive regurgitation of small amounts of food from the stomach.