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gurgle
[ gur-guhl ]
verb (used without object)
- to flow in a broken, irregular, noisy current:
The water gurgled from the bottle.
Synonyms: , ,
- to make a sound as of water doing this (often used of birds or of human beings).
Synonyms: , ,
verb (used with object)
- to utter or express with a gurgling sound:
The baby gurgled her delight.
noun
- the act or noise of gurgling.
gurgle
/ ˈɡɜːɡə /
verb
- (of liquids, esp of rivers, streams, etc) to make low bubbling noises when flowing
- to utter low throaty bubbling noises, esp as a sign of contentment
the baby gurgled with delight
noun
- the act or sound of gurgling
Derived Forms
- ˈܰԲ, adjective
Other 51Թ Forms
- ܰ·Բ· adverb
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of gurgle1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of gurgle1
Example Sentences
The court heard how fire crews were alerted to the presence of a woman by a gurgling sound.
A preserved-moss wall absorbs ambient sound but for a gurgling fountain and soothing music.
No cries or gurgles, the unnerving silence in the room is only broken by the high-pitched beeps of a pulse rate monitor.
The inability to belch can cause bloating, pain, gurgling in the neck and chest, and excessive flatulence as built-up air seeks an alternate exit route.
A preserved moss wall absorbs ambient sound, but for a gurgling fountain and soothing music.
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