verb, noun, intj — 7 senses
UK /ɡɑːsp/ · US /ɡæsp/
Etymology From Middle English gaspen, gayspen (“to gape, outbreathe”), related to and likely derived from Old Norse geispa (“to yawn”) or its descendant Danish gispe, which may be related to gapa (“to gape”).
To draw in the breath suddenly, as if from a shock.
To breathe quickly or in a labored manner, as after exertion; to respire with heaving of the breast; to pant.
To speak in a breathless manner.
To pant with eagerness or excitement; to show vehement desire.
Etymology From Middle English gaspen, gayspen (“to gape, outbreathe”), related to and likely derived from Old Norse geispa (“to yawn”) or its descendant Danish gispe, which may be related to gapa (“to gape”).
A short, sudden intake of breath.
Etymology From Middle English gaspen, gayspen (“to gape, outbreathe”), related to and likely derived from Old Norse geispa (“to yawn”) or its descendant Danish gispe, which may be related to gapa (“to gape”).
Humorous The sound of a gasp.
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