What does GASPS mean?

Gasps

1. Parts of Speech: Gasps is a verb.

2. Definitions: To gasp means to breathe in sharply and quickly, often because of surprise or shock. It can also mean to make a sudden, loud noise while breathing in or out.

3. Pronunciations: In US English, gasps is pronounced as "gasp-s" with a hard "s" at the end. In UK English, it is pronounced as "gasp-z" with a soft "z" at the end.

4. Origin and Usage: The word gasp has its origins in Middle English, from the Old Norse word "geispa," meaning to yawn or gape. It has been in use since the 14th century. Gasps is commonly used in literature and everyday conversation to describe sudden, sharp intakes of breath.

5. Synonyms: Synonyms for gasps include pant, wheeze, gulp, and inhale sharply.

6. Related Words: Related 5 letter words to gasps include grasp, clasp, and rasps.

7. Example Sentences:

• She gasped in surprise when she saw the surprise party.
• The swimmer gasped for air as he reached the surface of the water.
• He gasped in pain as the doctor removed the splinter from his finger.