First Known Use: 1509
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1gag
verb \ˈgag\
: to put something (such as a piece of cloth) into or over a person's mouth in order to prevent that person from speaking, calling for help, etc.
: to prevent (someone) from speaking freely or expressing opinions
: to vomit or feel as if you are about to vomit : to feel as if what is in your stomach is going to come up into your mouth
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Full Definition of GAG
transitive verb
1
a : to restrict use of the mouth of by inserting a gag b : to prevent from exercising freedom of speech or expression c : to pry or hold open with a gag
2
: to provide or write quips or pranks for <gag a show>
3
: to choke or cause to retch
intransitive verb
2
: to be unable to endure something : balk
3
: to make quips
— gag·ger noun
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Origin of GAG
Middle English gaggen to strangle, of imitative origin
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2gag
noun
: something said or done to make people laugh
: something done as a playful trick
: something (such as a piece of cloth) that is put into or over someone's mouth in order to prevent speech
Full Definition of GAG
1
: something thrust into the mouth to keep it open or to prevent speech or outcry
2
: an official check or restraint on debate or free speech <a gag rule>
3
: a laugh-provoking remark or act
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First Known Use of GAG
1530
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GAG[1] Defined for Kids
1gag
verb \ˈgag\
gaggedgag·ging
Definition of GAG for Kids
1
: to stop from speaking or crying out by or as if by covering or blocking the mouth
2
: to vomit or feel like vomiting <The horrible smell almost made me gag.>
3
: choke 2 <He gagged on his hot dog.>
2gag
noun
Definition of GAG for Kids
1
: something covering or blocking the mouth especially to prevent speaking or crying out
2
: something said or done to make other people laugh
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