gaff

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/ɡæf/ English

Definitions

noun

A tool consisting of a large metal hook with a handle or pole, especially the one used to pull large fish aboard a boat.
A minor error or faux pas, a gaffe.“We politely ignored his gaff.”
A trick or con.“The sideshow feat was just a gaff, but the audience was too proud to admit they'd been fooled.”
The upper spar used to control a gaff-rigged sail.

verb

To use a gaff, especially to land a fish.
To cheat or hoax.
To gamble.
To affix or cover with gaffer tape.

noun

A sturdy adhesive tape, made of plastic reinforced with cross-linked fibre, often used by lighting electricians.

noun

Rough or harsh treatment; criticism.
An outcry; nonsense.

noun

(especially Manchester and Cockney) A place of residence.“We're going round to Mike's gaff later to watch the footie.”

Related words

Synonyms

hakapik topsail hook spanker shandy giff gaffman gaffsman clip gaff rig fishhook fishing hook ganging fish hook angle baithook gorge hook

Associated

staysail foresail halyard mainsail topmast mizen jib rigged lateen mizzen

Rhymes

gaf chaff staff laugh epitaph gaffe belly laugh carafe half giraffe

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