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Word: gaff (lookup usage) (lookup stats)


Meaning:

Noun:

  • A garment worn to hide the genitals by male transvestites.
  • A minor error or faux pas.
  • A trick or con.
  • British slang A place of residence.
  • fishing A tool consisting of a large metal hook with a handle or pole, used to pull in large fish.
  • nautical The upper spar used to control a gaff-rigged sail.

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Verb:

  • To use a gaff to land a fish.

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