noun

gargling

Gargling (noun) means the act of rinsing the throat with a liquid held at the back of the mouth while exhaling air through it. Example: “Gargling with warm salt water can soothe a sore throat.”

noun

The act of rinsing the throat with a liquid held at the back of the mouth while exhaling air through it.

"Gargling with warm salt water can soothe a sore throat."

"She stood at the sink gargling mouthwash before her interview."

How to use gargling

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSwishing liquid around the back of your throat, usually to clean it or ease pain.

Memory tip

The verb is "to gargle"; "gargling" is its -ing form used as a noun or present participle.

Common pairings

gargling with salt water gargling mouthwash

Word forms

garglings plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “gargling” mean?

The word “gargling” means the act of rinsing the throat with a liquid held at the back of the mouth while exhaling air through it. In plain terms, swishing liquid around the back of your throat, usually to clean it or ease pain.

How do you use “gargling” in a sentence?

Here is “gargling” used in a sentence: “Gargling with warm salt water can soothe a sore throat.”

What part of speech is “gargling”?

“Gargling” is a noun.

What is the meaning of gargling?

"gargling" (noun) means the act of rinsing the throat with a liquid held at the back of the mouth while exhaling air through it.