Gaff

Alternative forms

 * gaffe

Etymology
from gaffe:, from  gaf:, derivative of gafar: from  gaff-: derived from giban:.

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.
 * We politely ignored his gaff.
 * 1) A trick or con.
 * The sideshow feat was a just a gaff, but the audience was too proud to admit they'd been fooled.
 * 1)  A place of residence.
 * We're going round to Mike's gaff later to watch the footie.
 * 1)  The upper spar used to control a gaff-rigged sail.
 * 2) A garment worn to hide the genitals by male transvestites.

Synonyms

 * hakapik

Verb

 * 1) To use a gaff, especially to land a fish.

Derived terms

 * gaffer

Anagrams

 * aff'g

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