gag

nounverbB1 · Intermediate

Something put in the mouth to stop talking.

Meanings of «gag»

1 · noun

something put in the mouth to stop talking

The actor wore a gag over his mouth in the scene.

2 · noun

a joke or funny trick, especially in a show

The comedian ended the show with one last gag.

Similar: joke prankpunchline

3 · verb

to feel like vomiting because of something

The awful smell made him gag loudly.

Similar: retchchoke heave

Translation

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«gag» in 17 languages

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ID Indonesia

JA 日本語

KO 한국어

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The difference between similar words

something said to make people laugh

jokethe usual word for something funny you sayHe told a joke and everyone laughed.

gaginformala short joke in a show; informalThe comedian opened his show with a funny gag.

quipa short, clever and witty remarkHer quick quip made the whole room smile.

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