Definition
- (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.
- (noun) A minor error or faux pas, a gaffe. “We politely ignored his gaff.”
- (noun) A trick or con. “The sideshow feat was just a gaff, but the audience was too proud to admit they'd been fooled.”
- (noun) The upper spar used to control a gaff-rigged sail.
- (noun) A garment worn to hide the genitals.
- (verb) To use a gaff, especially to land a fish.
- (verb) To cheat or hoax.
- (verb) To gamble.
- (verb) To affix or cover with gaffer tape.
- (noun) (especially Manchester and Cockney) A place of residence. “We're going round to Mike's gaff later to watch the footie.”
- (noun) A sturdy adhesive tape, made of plastic reinforced with cross-linked fibre, often used by lighting electricians.
Word stats
- Gaffs contains 5 letters: 1 vowel(s) and 4 consonant(s).
- It uses 4 unique letters.
- Estimated syllable count: 1.
- Scrabble-style letter score: 12.
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What does Gaffs mean?
A tool consisting of a large metal hook with a handle or pole, especially the one used to pull large fish aboard a boat.
How many letters are in Gaffs?
Gaffs has 5 letters.
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