Gargle: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ฃ๏ธ
gargle
[ หษกษr.ษกษl ]
make a sound
To gargle is to wash oneโs throat or mouth with a liquid that is allowed to bubble through the back of the throat. This action is usually performed by moving the head backward and forcing air through the liquid. It is often associated with mouthwashes or saline solutions to relieve throat discomfort. Gargling can also produce a distinctive sound that is recognizable.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She gargled with salt water to soothe her sore throat.
- He gargled loudly as part of his morning routine.
- The doctor recommended that he gargle with mouthwash.
- After exercising, she gargled to clear her throat.
Translations
Translations of the word "gargle" in other languages:
๐ต๐น gargarejar
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคพเคฐเฅเคเคฒ
๐ฉ๐ช gurgeln
๐ฎ๐ฉ berkumur
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟะพะปะพัะบะฐัะธ
๐ต๐ฑ pลukaฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใใใ
๐ซ๐ท gargariser
๐ช๐ธ gรกrgaras
๐น๐ท gargara yapmak
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ฐ๊ธํ๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ุบุฑุบุฑุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ kloktadlo
๐ธ๐ฐ kloktadlo
๐จ๐ณ ๆผฑๅฃ
๐ธ๐ฎ grgati
๐ฎ๐ธ gargla
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะณััะณัะปะดะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแ แแแ แแก แแแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ gargara etmษk
๐ฒ๐ฝ gรกrgaras
Etymology
The term 'gargle' originates from the Middle English word 'gargolen', which means to make a gurgling sound. This, in turn, derives from the Old French 'gargouiller', which is related to 'gorge', meaning throat. The word 'gargle' was influenced by the Latin term 'gurgulio', meaning 'gullet' or 'throat', which reflects its connection to the act of washing or rinsing the throat. Over time, it has also become associated with the practice of using medicated fluids to alleviate throat infections and conditions. Gargling became a common term in the 19th century as the practice of dental hygiene and throat care evolved, gaining recognition in medical literature and everyday language.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #31,998 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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