Definition of 'gulp'

Noun

1. a large and hurried swallow; "he finished it at a single gulp"
      Synonyms: draft draught swig
2. a spasmodic reflex of the throat made as if in swallowing
      Synonyms: gulping

Verb

1. to swallow hurriedly or greedily or in one draught; "The men gulped down their beers"
      Synonyms: quaff swig
2. utter or make a noise, as when swallowing too quickly; "He gulped for help after choking on a big piece of meat"

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