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gag in Dutch

gag in Dutch is knevel, prop, kokhalzen — gag means something placed in or over the mouth to prevent someone from speaking or crying out.

gag in Dutch

knevel
noun
A device to restrain speech, such as a rag in the mouth secured with tape or a rubber ball threaded onto a cord or strap.
prop
noun
A device to restrain speech, such as a rag in the mouth secured with tape or a rubber ball threaded onto a cord or strap.
kokhalzen
verb
knevelen
verb

What does "gag" mean?

  1. noun Something placed in or over the mouth to prevent someone from speaking or crying out.
    "The kidnappers tied a gag around his mouth."
  2. noun A joke, prank, or funny bit written for comic effect.
    "The film's best gag comes right at the end."
  3. noun A rule or order that prevents public discussion of something.
    "The court issued a gag order banning the press from reporting details."
  4. verb To retch or feel the urge to vomit.
    "The smell was so bad it made her gag."

gag in a sentence

  • The kidnappers tied a gag around his mouth.
  • The film's best gag comes right at the end.
  • It was just a gag — don't take it seriously.
  • The court issued a gag order banning the press from reporting details.

Similar words in Dutch

Common Dutch translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "gag" in Dutch?

"gag" in Dutch is knevel, prop, kokhalzen. gag means: Something placed in or over the mouth to prevent someone from speaking or crying out.

How do you use "gag" in a sentence?

Example: "The kidnappers tied a gag around his mouth." In Dutch, "gag" is knevel, prop, kokhalzen.

Are there other ways to say "gag" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 4 translations listed for "gag": knevel, prop, kokhalzen, knevelen.

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