gaff (Meaning)
gaff (n)
a sharp metal spike or spur that is fastened to the leg of a gamecock
a spar rising aft from a mast to support the head of a quadrilateral fore-and-aft sail
an iron hook with a handle; used for landing large fish
gaff (n.)
A barbed spear or a hook with a handle, used by fishermen in securing heavy fish.
The spar upon which the upper edge of a fore-and-aft sail is extended.
Same as Gaffle, 1.
gaff (v. t.)
To strike with a gaff or barbed spear; to secure by means of a gaff; as, to gaff a salmon.
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gaff Sentence Examples
- The fisherman's gaff was essential for landing the enormous tuna.
- The comedian's gaff caused the audience to erupt in laughter.
- The politician made a blatant gaff that damaged his credibility.
- The engineer used a gaff to lift the heavy object into place.
- The sailor hooked his gaff onto the ship's sail to secure it.
- The hiker's gaff was indispensable for climbing the rugged terrain.
- The teacher made a gaff in the spelling of a word, embarrassing her students.
- The artist's gaff in mixing the colors resulted in a disappointing painting.
- The surgeon made a gaff while performing an operation, leading to complications.
- The journalist's gaff in reporting the story caused a widespread scandal.
FAQs About the word gaff
a sharp metal spike or spur that is fastened to the leg of a gamecock, a spar rising aft from a mast to support the head of a quadrilateral fore-and-aft sail, a
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The fisherman's gaff was essential for landing the enormous tuna.
The comedian's gaff caused the audience to erupt in laughter.
The politician made a blatant gaff that damaged his credibility.
The engineer used a gaff to lift the heavy object into place.
