noun Download 🔗Share A tool consisting of a large metal hook with a handle or pole, especially the one used to pull large fish aboard a boat. Examples : "The fisherman used a gaff to pull the large tuna into the boat. " nautical utensil fish sailing sport technical item Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A minor error or faux pas, a gaffe. Examples : "We politely ignored his gaff." communication language word society Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A trick or con. Examples : "The used car salesman's promise of "free lifetime repairs" turned out to be a gaff; the repairs were only free if you bought outrageously overpriced parts. " communication word business entertainment action Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The upper spar used to control a gaff-rigged sail. Examples : "The sailor adjusted the gaff on the sailboat to maximize the sail's area and catch more wind. " nautical sailing technical part Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A garment worn to hide the genitals. Examples : "The dancer wore a gaff under their costume for a smooth and secure fit. " body wear sex Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To use a gaff, especially to land a fish. Examples : "The fisherman managed to gaff the large tuna and haul it onto the boat. " fish nautical sport utensil sailing Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To cheat or hoax. Examples : "The salesman tried to gaff me into buying a used car that was much older than he claimed. " communication business action entertainment character Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To gamble. Examples : "He decided to gaff a small amount of his paycheck on the football game, hoping for a big win. " game business finance economy Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To affix or cover with gaffer tape. Examples : ""I had to gaff the ripped poster back together before putting it on the wall." " technical material utility Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A sturdy adhesive tape, made of plastic reinforced with cross-linked fibre, often used by lighting electricians. Examples : "The lighting electrician used a roll of black gaff to secure the cables on the stage. " material technical item industry Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share Rough or harsh treatment; criticism. Examples : "The new policy changes received a lot of gaff from the employees. " communication attitude Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share An outcry; nonsense. Examples : ""The politician's speech was full of gaff; no one understood what he was actually trying to say." " communication language Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share (especially Manchester and Cockney) A place of residence. Examples : ""After a long day at the market, Liam was happy to return to his gaff in Bethnal Green." " place property building Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading