Synonyms for last-gasp


Grammar : Adj
Spell : gasp, gahsp
Phonetic Transcription : gæsp, gɑsp


Définition of last-gasp

Origin :
  • late 14c., gaspen, of uncertain origin, perhaps from Old Norse geispa "to yawn," or its Danish derivative gispe "gasp," which probably are related to Old Norse gapa (see gape). Related: Gasped; gasping.
  • As in last-ditch : adj last-minute

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