Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
panting
verb
/ˈpæn.tɪŋ/
Definition
The act of breathing quickly and audibly while needing to catch one’s breath.
Examples
- After running up the hill, she was panting heavily.
- The dog was panting after playing fetch in the park.
- He paused to catch his breath, panting from the intense workout.
Meaning
Panting typically occurs after physical exertion or due to excitement, indicating that the body is trying to take in more oxygen.
Synonyms
- gasping
- breathing hard
- wheezing
- huffing
