gulp definition

1. a large and hurried swallow
• examples: he finished it at a single gulp
2. a spasmodic reflex of the throat made as if in swallowing
3. to swallow hurriedly or greedily or in one draught
• examples: The men gulped down their beers
4. utter or make a noise, as when swallowing too quickly
• examples: He gulped for help after choking on a big piece of meat