1. (n.) See Gargoyle.

2. (v. t.) To wash or rinse, as the mouth or throat, particular the latter, agitating the liquid (water or a medicinal preparation) by an expulsion of air from the lungs.

3. (v. t.) To warble; to sing as if gargling

4. (n.) A liquid, as water or some medicated preparation, used to cleanse the mouth and throat, especially for a medical effect.

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