gulp
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(noun) a large and hurried swallow; "he finished it at a single gulp" |
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Synonyms: draft, draught, swig |
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Related Words: deglutition, drink, swallow |
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| 2. |
(noun) a spasmodic reflex of the throat made as if in swallowing |
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Synonyms: gulping |
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Related Words: physiological reaction, reflex |
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(verb) utter or make a noise, as when swallowing too quickly; "`Help,'" he gulped. |
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Related Words: mouth, speak, talk, utter, verbalize |
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(verb) to swallow hurriedly or greedily or in one draught: "My car gulped 20 gallons without even wiping its mouth." |
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Synonyms: quaff, swig |
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Related Words: drink, imbibe |
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| 5. |
(verb) eat greedily |
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Synonyms: devour, guttle, pig, raven |
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Related Words: eat |
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