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Definition gasp in American English

gasp verb

[intransitive] verb
/ɡæsp/
1

to breathe in suddenly, for example because you are surprised, shocked, or in pain

Example

I literally gasped at how beautiful it was.

Example

He gasped as the freezing water hit his body.

Synonyms and related words
breathe blow sigh be taken aback marvel start
1.1

to make a violent effort to breathe because you need more air

Example

Laura coughed and spluttered as she gasped for air.

Synonyms and related words
breathe blow sigh
Definition gasp in American English