Gag

Pronunciation: /ˈɡæɡ/

Gag (noun)

  1. a funny story or joke that makes people laugh
  2. a piece of cloth or object used to stop someone from speaking

Examples

  • The comedian told a gag that made everyone laugh.
  • She always has a new gag to share at parties.

Common collocations: tell a gag, funny gag, wear a gag, remove the gag, gag someone

Gag (verb)

  1. to stop someone from speaking by putting something in their mouth
  2. to feel like you are going to vomit because something is in your throat

Examples

  • The teacher gagged the student for interrupting.
  • He was gagged by the loud music.

Synonyms of Gag

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Gag

  • when allowing or encouraging speech
  • when allowing free expression