How would you interpret the phrase ‘gurgling noises’ in the context? How would you interpret the phrase ‘gurgling noises’ in the third sentence of the second passage? Does it mean the sound of giggling, or the sound of drinking the wine? Thanks! It’s from The Heart is a Lonely Hunter by McCullers. the context: Quickly Portia laid a cloth on the table and set down one plate and a fork. She poured a large tumblerful of the wine. ‘You just make yourself comfortable here. And if you don’t mind I going to serve the others.’ The fruit jars were passed from mouth to mouth. Before Highboy passed a jar to Willie he borrowed Portia’s lipstick and drew a red line to set the boundary of the drink. There were gurgling noises and laughter. Jake finished his puff and carried his glass back with him to his place between the two old men. The home-made wine was rich and strong as brandy. Willie started a low dolorous tune on his harp. Portia snapped her fingers and shuffled around the room.