1. third person singular past tense of 'engasgar' - to choke or gag, typically when something becomes stuck in the throat
He choked on a piece of food.
Ele engasgou com um pedaço de comida.
2. to be unable to speak or stammer due to emotional distress or surprise
She choked up when she heard the bad news.
Ela engasgou quando ouviu a má notícia.