General
gadge
What does gadge mean?
A man or fellow, sometimes an older or unfamiliar one. Common in the North East and parts of Yorkshire.
"Some gadge in the pub was going on about the football."
Origin
Northern dialect, likely from Romani 'gadjo' (non-Roma man).
Frequently asked questions
What does 'gadge' mean?
It means a bloke or man, sometimes an older or unfamiliar one.
Where is 'gadge' used?
It's common in the North East and parts of Yorkshire.
Where does 'gadge' come from?
Likely from the Romani word 'gadjo', meaning a non-Roma man.
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