gulp
A gulp is a sudden intake of breath or air, often when we're feeling nervous or surprised.
When someone says "gulp", they usually mean that they've swallowed hard, often because something has caught their attention. It might be something scary, exciting, or even embarrassing! Imagine you're watching a horror movie and the monster jumps out - you'd probably gulp in shock. Or maybe you're about to give a big presentation at work and your stomach starts to churn with nervousness - again, a gulp is likely. The word can also refer to drinking something quickly, like gulping down a glass of water on a hot day.
How common is "gulp"?
Word gulp is considered rare in modern English.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions
noun
The usual amount swallowed.
Real examples of "gulp" in context
