gulp

//ɡʌlp//
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Verb

gulpInfinitive
gulpPresent tense
gulpedPast tense
gulpedPast participle
gulpingPresent participle
gulpsThird-person singular
1

To swallow food or drink quickly or in large amounts, often making a noise.

He gulped down a glass of water after the race.

2

To make a swallowing motion, especially due to nervousness or fear.

She gulped nervously before stepping onto the stage.

Antonym

Noun

gulpSingular
gulpsPlural
1

An act of swallowing something quickly or in large amounts.

He finished the water in one gulp.

2

A large mouthful of liquid or food swallowed at once.

He took a big gulp of water after the run.

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