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gag in French

gag in French is bâillon, gag, haut-le-cœur — gag means something placed in or over the mouth to prevent someone from speaking or crying out.

gag in French

bâillon
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.
gag
noun
A joke or other mischievous prank.
haut-le-cœur
noun
A convulsion of the upper digestive tract.
haut-le-cœur
verb
bâillonner
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 French

Common French translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "gag" in French?

"gag" in French is bâillon, gag, haut-le-cœur. 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 French, "gag" is bâillon, gag, haut-le-cœur.

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

Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "gag": bâillon, gag, haut-le-cœur, bâillonner.

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