gasp

B2
Pronunciation
/ɡɑːsp/
/ɡæsp/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

A short, sudden intake of breath.

Example Sentences
  • The audience gave a gasp of astonishment
2 Definition

: A draw or drag on a cigarette (or gasper).

Example Sentences
  • I'm popping out for a gasp.
Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To draw in the breath suddenly, as if from a shock.

Example Sentences
  • The audience gasped as the magician disappeared.
2 Definition

To breathe laboriously or convulsively.

Example Sentences
  • We were all gasping when we reached the summit.
3 Definition

To speak in a breathless manner.

Example Sentences
  • The old man gasped his last few words.
4 Definition

To pant with eagerness; to show vehement desire.

Example Sentences
  • I'm gasping for a cup of tea.
Interjection
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

The sound of a gasp.

Example Sentences
  • Gasp! What will happen next?