gargle

Meanings

• Verb

  The act of rinsing the mouth with water, usually after brushing the teeth or eating, to remove food particles and debris.

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Pronunciation

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Synonyms

mouthwash , grotesque , hunky punk , crone , hag

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with gargle
garble , fable , table , stable

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Variants

List of all variants of gargle that leads to same result
gargle , gargled , gargles , gargling

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Etymology

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The word 'gargle' comes from the Old French word 'gargouiller', which means 'to swallow with a gurgling sound'.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that gargling with salt water can help soothe a sore throat?

2. The ancient Greeks used to gargle with wine as part of their oral hygiene routine.

3. Gargling is also a popular activity in many sports, such as swimming and diving, to keep the mouth clear of water.

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Related Concepts

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1. Oral hygiene: The practice of keeping the mouth clean and healthy by brushing the teeth, gargling, and flossing.

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Culture

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Gargling is a common practice in many cultures around the world, often as part of daily oral hygiene. In some cultures, special herbs or essences may be added to the water for added benefits.

How to Memorize "gargle"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine yourself rinsing water in your mouth, making a gurgling sound as you do so.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'gargle' with the sensation of cleaning your mouth and the sound of water gurgling.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Gargle, Garlic, and Grin' to remember the order of brushing teeth, gargling, and flossing.

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