gaffs

Noun

gaffs noun

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

gaffs noun

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

gaffs noun

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

Verb

gaffs verb

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