gaping Definition
- 1wide open
- 2yawning
- 3staring with an open mouth
Using gaping: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "gaping" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The gaping hole in the fence allowed the dog to escape.
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She stared at him with a gaping mouth, unable to speak.
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The wound on his leg was gaping and bleeding heavily.
gaping Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with gaping
Example
The hikers were afraid to cross the gaping chasm.
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The soldier had a gaping wound on his chest.
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The roof had a gaping hole that let in rainwater.
Summary: gaping in Brief
The term 'gaping' [ˈɡeɪpɪŋ] refers to something that is wide open or staring with an open mouth. It can describe physical objects like a gaping hole in a fence or a wound on the body, as well as people who are staring with their mouths open. Phrases like 'gaping chasm' and 'gaping wound' are common, while there are no idioms or formal/informal uses for this word.
