Panting

/ˈpæn.tɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of breathing quickly and loudly.

His panting could be heard from across the room after the basketball game.

verb

Breathing rapidly and loudly, usually from exertion or excitement.

After running up the hill, I was panting heavily.

To long for something intensely.

She was panting for news from her friend who was overseas.

Middle English pantinge, from Old French pantin, which is related to the word 'pant' meaning to breathe heavily.

panting for:

Desiring eagerly or excessively.

panting like a dog:

Breathing heavily and quickly, typically due to heat or exertion.

Breathing heavily due to excitement or arousal.

After the dance, they were all panting and laughing.

Used to describe someone who is overly excited or agitated.

He was panting over the latest game release.