Meaning & Definition of Slurp in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: To make a loud sucking noise while eating or drinking.

  Example Sentence: He slurped his noodles loudly, much to the annoyance of his dining companions.

• Definition: To drink (a liquid) with a loud sucking sound.

  Example Sentence: She slurped the milkshake through the straw.

• Definition: To consume in a greedy or enthusiastic manner.

  Example Sentence: The kids slurped up their ice cream before it melted.

Etymology

Origin: The word 'slurp' is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, likely imitative of the sound associated with the action.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• slurp it up: To consume something eagerly or greedily.

Translations

• Spanish: chupar

• French: aspirer

• German: schlürfen

• Russian: попивать

Related Words

• gulp: To swallow eagerly or in large amounts.

• sip: To drink in small quantities.

• slobber: To let saliva overflow from the mouth, often while eating.

Slang Meanings of slurp

• Meaning: To excessively consume something, often referring to food or drink.

  Example Sentence: I just slurped that pizza down in minutes!

• Meaning: To indulge in something in a passionate or enthusiastic way.

  Example Sentence: He really slurped up all the attention during the presentation.