to breathe with effort (as in choking or from a disease); to gasp.

to rub or scrape lightly, as with the fingernails, to relieve itching.

to set right dishevelled hair by combing with the fingers.

to rub or scrape lightly, as with the fingernails, to relieve itching or as if combing the hair.

to burn superficially or slightly; to cook in a pan (without using oil); to singe.

to cause to boil; to cook, process or separate in boiling water or other liquid.

(dial.) to utter a loud, rumbling sound.