Gag
Pronunciation: /ˈɡæɡ/
Gag (noun)
- a funny story or joke that makes people laugh
- 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)
- to stop someone from speaking by putting something in their mouth
- 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.