Meaning of the word swallowed in English
What does swallowed mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
swallowed
US /ˈswɑː.loʊd/
UK /ˈswɒl.əʊd/
Past Tense
1.
to cause food, drink, pills, etc. to move from your mouth into your stomach by using the muscles in your throat
Example:
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He swallowed the pill with a glass of water.
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She swallowed her food quickly.
2.
to accept something without question or without expressing disagreement
Example:
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He swallowed the lie hook, line, and sinker.
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She had to swallow her pride and apologize.
Adjective
completely taken in or absorbed by something
Example:
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The small boat was completely swallowed by the waves.
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He felt swallowed by the vastness of the desert.