throat · noun C /θroʊt/
throat
B1 the front of the neck, or the space inside the neck down which food and air can go
Dictionary examples:
a sore throat
A fish bone got stuck in my throat.
He cleared his throat and started speaking.
Learner example:
I ca[ught] a cold and I have a sore throat too, so I can't talk properly. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Spanish)
bring a lump to your throat
C2 to make you feel such strong emotion that you want to cry
Dictionary example:
It was a very moving speech, and it brought a lump to my throat.
Learner example:
This devastating image brought a lump to John's throat. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; Polish)
