Gape ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Gape ( verb )

1. To open one's mouth wide and inhale deeply.
2. To open wide and stare in amazement, wonder or surprise.
3. To open or spread apart.
4. To fail to close or fit properly.

Origin:

From old english "gæpan", of germanic origin, related to dutch "gapen" and german "gähnen", both meaning "to yawn".

Examples:

1. He gaped at the sight of the giant elephant.
2. The baby yawned and gaped, stretching out its little arms.
3. The door gaped open and I could see inside the room.
4. The dress gaped at the top, revealing her cleavage.
5. He gaped his mouth in surprise when he heard the news.

(As a noun)

Gape ( noun )

1. To open one's mouth wide and inhale deeply.
2. To open wide and stare in amazement, wonder or surprise.
3. To open or spread apart.
4. To fail to close or fit properly.

Origin:

From old english "gæpan", of germanic origin, related to dutch "gapen" and german "gähnen", both meaning "to yawn".

Examples:

1. He gaped at the sight of the giant elephant.
2. The baby yawned and gaped, stretching out its little arms.
3. The door gaped open and I could see inside the room.
4. The dress gaped at the top, revealing her cleavage.
5. He gaped his mouth in surprise when he heard the news.