Gasping
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Gasping is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of gasp.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of gasp.
More Meanings
- The act by which one gasps.
- (UK, slang) Very thirsty, especially for tea
Example Sentences
sundry violent gaspings and strainings
Any chance of a cup of tea? I'm gasping.
Word Forms
- gaspings
Synonyms for gasping
Depending on context, synonyms include pursy, short-winded, breathless, blown, winded, panting.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include winded, breathless, pursy, short-winded, panting, blown.
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