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Definition gulp in British English

gulp verb

verb
/ɡʌlp/
1

to swallow food or drink quickly in a way that shows you are very hungry

Synonyms and related words
bite bolt cannibalize choke down chug down
2

to quickly take in large breaths of air

Example

He lay on the river bank, gulping air into his lungs.

Example

She suffers from asthma attacks that leave her gulping for breath.

Synonyms and related words
breathe blow sigh
3

to make a noise as you swallow air because you are surprised, excited, or afraid

Synonyms and related words
shout cry out tremble be taken aback marvel start
Definition gulp in British English