Gargle
(verb)
- To wash or rinse the throat and mouth with a liquid, typically a medicated solution or antiseptic.
- To make the sound of liquid being forced out of the mouth while swallowing. .
Origin:
The word "gargle" is derived from the word "gargarismos" which is greek for "to wash the throat" and it first appeared in the late 1500s in the english language.
Examples:
- He gargled with mouthwash to freshen his breath.
- She gargled with salt water to soothe her sore throat.
- The singer gargled before taking the stage to warm up her voice.
- The doctor recommended that he gargle with antiseptic to prevent infection.
- It is recommended to gargle with warm water mixed with salt to help with a sore throat.