Swallow (Noun)

Small long-winged songbird noted for swift graceful flight and the regularity of its migrations.

Nouns denoting animals.

The barn swallow is a familiar sight in rural areas, where it can be seen swooping and diving in search of insects.
The tree swallow's iridescent feathers glimmered in the sunlight as it flitted between branches.
A flock of swallows was seen migrating south for the winter, their V-formation a striking sight in the sky.
The violet-green swallow is a common bird in the western United States, known for its bright plumage and agile flight.
The bank swallow's burrows can be seen along riverbanks and cliffs, where the birds nest in large colonies.

The act of swallowing; "one swallow of the liquid was enough"; "he took a drink of his beer and smacked his lips".

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The patient was having trouble with her swallow, so the doctor ordered a barium test to examine her esophagus.
One swallow of the spicy sauce was enough to make her eyes water.
After the long hike, he took a big swallow of his water bottle to quench his thirst.
She felt a lump in her throat and had trouble getting the pill to go down in one swallow.
The doctor told him to take small sips and slow, gentle swallows to avoid choking.

A small amount of liquid food; "a sup of ale".

Nouns denoting foods and drinks.

She took a swallow of the bitter medicine to calm her cough.
The doctor instructed him to take a swallow of the liquid antibiotic twice a day.
After a long run, he took a refreshing swallow of cool water from his bottle.
The baby took a swallow of the warm milk from her bottle and fell asleep.
The nurse helped the elderly patient take a swallow of the nutritious supplement.