gulp
verbUK /ɡʌlp/
US /ɡʌlp/
To swallow a drink or food quickly and in big amounts.
He was so thirsty that he gulped down the whole glass of water.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A large amount of liquid swallowed at once.
She took a big gulp of juice before running to school.
3. To breathe in quickly, often because of surprise or fear.
He gulped when he saw the huge dog.
4. To stop yourself from showing a strong feeling, like crying.
She gulped back her tears and smiled.