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Definition of: gasp
(gasp, gäsp) v.i.
1. To take in the breath suddenly and sharply; breathe convulsively, as from fear or exhaustion.
2. To have great longing or desire: with for or after.
—v.t.
3. To say or utter with gasps.
—noun An act of convulsive and interrupted breathing. [<ON geispa yawn]
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