Meaning of the word swallow in English

What does swallow mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

swallow

US /ˈswɑː.loʊ/
UK /ˈswɑː.loʊ/
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Verb

1.

cause or allow (food, drink, or something else) to pass down the throat

Example:
He took a large gulp and swallowed the bitter medicine.
She found it hard to swallow the dry bread.
2.

accept or believe (something) without question or objection

Example:
It was a hard pill to swallow, but he knew he had to accept the truth.
She was forced to swallow her pride and apologize.

Noun

1.

a small migratory bird of the swallow family, typically having a forked tail and long pointed wings, feeding on insects in flight.

Example:
A swallow flew gracefully across the sky.
The return of the swallows signals the arrival of spring.
2.

an act of swallowing

Example:
He took a deep breath and a nervous swallow.
The doctor asked him to make a swallow.
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