"lump to one's throat" meaning in English

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Noun

Audio: En-au-lump to one's throat.ogg
Head templates: {{en-noun|?}} lump to one's throat
  1. On the point of crying due to strong emotion, either happy or sad. Synonyms: lump in one's throat
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