Definition

Describing a sound that is low and bubbling, often like the noise made by water flowing or bubbling in a liquid.

Example

The baby made a gurgly sound while playing in the bath.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you hear that gurgly sound from the kitchen?

Yeah, it sounds like the sink is clogged again.

I hope it's not too serious; I don't want to deal with that right now.

Agreed, but we might need to call someone if it keeps making that gurgly noise.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'gurgly' is derived from the verb 'gurgle', which comes from the Middle English 'gurglen', meaning to make a bubbling or gurgling sound, and is likely imitative of the sound itself. The suffix '-y' indicates a characteristic or quality. Thus, 'gurgly' describes something that has the quality of making a gurgling sound.

Memory Tip

Imagine a sound that bubbles and flows, like water in a stream — that's what 'gurgly' means, something that makes a gurgling sound.

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