English dictionary
gasp
/g/&/sp/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a short labored intake of breath with the mouth open
ExamplesShe gave a gasp and fainted.
Synonyms pantSource: WordNet 3.0
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The act of opening the mouth convulsively to catch the breath; a labored respiration; a painful catching of the breath.
Source: webster1913
verb
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breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To open the mouth wide in catching the breath, or in laborious respiration; to labor for breath; to respire convulsively; to pant violently.
Source: webster1913
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To emit or utter with gasps; -- with <i>forth</i>, <i>out</i>, <i>away</i>, etc.
Source: webster1913