Gulped: meaning, definitions and examples

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gulped

 

[ ษกสŒlpt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

action of swallowing

Gulped refers to the act of swallowing something quickly or in large amounts. This term often implies a degree of urgency or a sudden action. It can be used in both literal and figurative contexts, indicating either the physical act of swallowing food or drink rapidly or metaphorically in situations of stress or excitement. A person might gulp when they are surprised or nervous, reflecting intense emotions.

Synonyms

devoured, downed, gulp, swallowed

Examples of usage

  • He gulped down his drink before stepping on stage.
  • She gulped when she heard the shocking news.
  • The child gulped his food, eager to go outside.
  • He gulped with astonishment at the unexpected twist.

Translations

Translations of the word "gulped" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น engolido

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เคŸเค• เคฒเคฟเคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช geschluckt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menelan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะพะบะพะฒั‚ะฝัƒะฒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ przeล‚kniฤ™ty

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ฃฒใฟ่พผใ‚“ใ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท avalรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tragado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yutmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‚ผํ‚จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงุจุชู„ุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ spolknutรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ spolknutรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅžไธ‹

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pogoltnjen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ svelgdi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฑั‚ั‹ะปา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒขแƒงแƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uddu

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tragado

Etymology

The word 'gulp' originated from Middle English 'gulpen', which has its roots in the Old Norse word 'gulta', meaning 'to swallow'. This term has evolved over time, with its usage becoming more prevalent in English literature from the 16th century onwards. 'Gulp' was likely influenced by the sound associated with the act of swallowing something quickly or eagerly, which has contributed to its adoption as a verb in various contexts. The action of gulping is often associated with feelings of excitement, surprise, or urgency, making it a vivid expression in both spoken and written language. In modern English, 'gulp' is frequently employed to describe not only the act of swallowing but also the emotional reactions people have, broadening its applicability in everyday conversation.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,537, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.