Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gargle
verb
/ˈɡɑːrɡl/
Definition
To wash or rinse the throat and mouth with a liquid so that it passes around the back of the throat and is expelled through the mouth.
Examples
- She gargled salt water to soothe her sore throat.
- The dentist asked me to gargle before the examination.
- He gargled mouthwash for fresh breath.
Meaning
Gargling typically involves using a liquid, such as water or mouthwash, to create a bubbling sound in the throat by forcing air through a liquid.
Synonyms
- Rinse
- Swish
- Wash
