gasp

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Meaning · English

A draw or drag on a cigarette (or gasper).

Register: slang

Examples

I'm popping out for a gasp.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “gasp” mean?

A draw or drag on a cigarette (or gasper).

Is “gasp” formal or informal?

gasp is generally slang.