Gasp

Quick meaning: Gasp is a verb meaning (intransitive) To draw in the breath suddenly, as if from a shock.

Meaning

(intransitive) To draw in the breath suddenly, as if from a shock.

More Meanings

1. (intransitive) To breathe quickly or in a labored manner, as after exertion; to respire with heaving of the breast; to pant.
2. (transitive) To speak in a breathless manner.
3. To pant with eagerness or excitement; to show vehement desire.
4. A short, sudden intake of breath.
5. (British, slang): A draw or drag on a cigarette (or gasper).
6. (humorous) The sound of a gasp.

Example Sentences

I'm popping out for a gasp.

I'm gasping for a cup of tea.

The old man gasped his last few words.

The audience gave a gasp of astonishment

Word Forms

• gasps
• gasping
• gasped

Synonyms for gasp

Depending on context, synonyms include puff, heave, pant.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include pant, puff, heave, breath, breathing, breathe.

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