Synonyms of gulping

Noun


1. gulp, gulping, reflex, reflex response, reflex action, instinctive reflex, innate reflex, inborn reflex, unconditioned reflex, physiological reaction

usage: a spasmodic reflex of the throat made as if in swallowing

2. gulping, swilling, guzzling, drinking, imbibing, imbibition

usage: the drinking of large mouthfuls rapidly

Verb


1. gulp, quaff, swig, drink, imbibe

usage: to swallow hurriedly or greedily or in one draught; "The men gulped down their beers"

2. gulp, talk, speak, utter, mouth, verbalize, verbalise

usage: utter or make a noise, as when swallowing too quickly; "He gulped for help after choking on a big piece of meat"

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