pant

(noun) the noise made by a short puff of steam (as from an engine).

(noun) (usually in the plural) a garment extending from the waist to the knee or ankle, covering each leg separately. Synonyms: trouser. Example: "He had a sharp crease in his trousers."

(noun) a short labored intake of breath with the mouth open. Synonyms: gasp. Example: "She gave a gasp and fainted."

(verb) breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted. Synonyms: puff, gasp, heave. Example: "The runners reached the finish line, panting heavily."

(verb) utter while panting, as if out of breath.