1. quick, sharp breaths taken when surprised, shocked, or out of breath
Usage: plural of gasp

1. breathes in quickly and sharply, especially when surprised or struggling for air
Usage: third person singular present of gasp

Examples

• She gasps when she sees the surprise party.
• The runner gasps for air after the race.
• There were gasps of amazement from the audience.
• He gasps in shock at the news.
• The cold water made her gasp.
• Loud gasps filled the theater during the scary scene.
• The swimmer gasps as he reaches the surface.