gargouiller

to gurgle, bubble

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Adult tilts head slightly back while gargling water at bathroom sink, nearby glass, mouth modestly open.

verb / noun

gargle

GAR-guhl/ˈɡɑːrɡl/

To rinse the throat with liquid while blowing air through it.

Etymology

gargleFrenchto gurgle, bubble

The French verb means “to gurgle” or “bubble.” English applies that bubbling action specifically to rinsing the throat while forcing air through liquid.

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