how to pronounce gaff

/ɡæf/

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gaff is pronounced in one syllable

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An example use of gaff in a speech by a native speaker of british english:

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meanings of gaff

noun:

Clipping of gaffer tape.
The upper spar used to control a gaff-rigged sail.
A trick or con.
An outcry; nonsense.
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 place of residence.
A minor error or faux pas, a gaffe.
Rough or harsh treatment; criticism.
A garment worn to hide the genitals.

verb:

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

name:

A surname.

gaff frequency in english - C2+ level of CEFR

the word gaff occurs in english on average 0.5 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2+ level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.

topics gaff can be related to

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