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Vocabulary Entry
gaff
|noun • noun • verb
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noun
A gaff is a hook or a barbed device used for catching fish.
Example Sentences
"He used a gaff to catch the large marlin."
"The fisherman sharpened his gaff before heading out to sea."
"She proudly displayed the gaff next to her prize catch."
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noun
A gaff can also refer to a blunder or mistake, particularly in speech or writing.
Example Sentences
"His speech had a gaff that made everyone laugh."
"She realized her gaff when she mispronounced the guest's name."
"Avoiding gaffs in public speaking is important for a successful presentation."
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verb
To gaff means to catch or land a fish using a gaff hook.
Example Sentences
"The guide taught us how to gaff the fish properly."
"He gaffed the huge fish and pulled it aboard the boat."
"After a long fight, she finally managed to gaff the giant catch."