gulp
verb (used without object)
to gasp or choke, as when taking large drafts of a liquid.
gulper
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a word derived from
gulp.
Example Sentences
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A range of other species, including tope and smooth-hound sharks often hunted for their meat, and gulper sharks targeted for their liver oil, were placed on Appendix II.
From Barron's ● Nov. 28, 2025
As expected, Dulvy and Simpfendorfer determined some species that reproduce very slowly, including deep-water gulper sharks and cownose rays, cannot sustain fishing pressure.
From Nature ● Feb. 8, 2017
When the magic happens the gulper fishing on Hebgen Lake can be fantastic.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 22, 2014
The Madison and Grayling arms are well known among gulper fishers, and for good reason.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 22, 2014
Tommy Pete tossed the letter down the gulper with a sigh.
From PRoblem by Alan Edward Nourse
