Definition of Gargle
Gargle
gar·gle


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to move a liquid around in the mouth and often the throat, especially by breathing out through it, especially in order to wash the mouth/throat;

e.g. You should gargle with this solution twice a day to cure your symptoms.

(noun)
the action or instance of breathing out through a liquid in one's mouth in order to wash the mouth/throat, or the bubbling sound made by this action;

e.g. Her throat felt less sore after her gargle with salt water.

(noun)
a liquid that may be used to wash the mouth and/or throat, typically by holding it in the mouth and breathing out through it;

e.g. He prepared a gargle to freshen his breath.





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