pant
Translation
to pant
Examples
The dog was panting after the long run.
The dog was panting after the long run.
He was panting for a drink of water.
He was panting for a drink of water.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./animal)) pants to breathe with short, quick breaths He panted up the stairs.
to pant ((for sth.)) to want something very much She was panting for success.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gasp, heave, puff
Etymology
From Old French 'pantaisier' (to gasp).
Memory Tips
Imagine a panther panting after a chase. The sound 'pant, pant, pant' mimics heavy breathing.