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gag in German

gag in German is Knebel, Maulkorberlass, Gag — gag means something placed in or over the mouth to prevent someone from speaking or crying out.

gag in German

Knebel
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.
Maulkorberlass
noun
(legal) An order or rule forbidding discussion of a case or subject.
Gag
noun
A joke or other mischievous prank.
Witz
noun
A joke or other mischievous prank.
würgen
verb
knebeln
verb
mundtot machen
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 German

Common German translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "gag" in German?

"gag" in German is Knebel, Maulkorberlass, Gag. 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 German, "gag" is Knebel, Maulkorberlass, Gag.

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

Yes — German has 7 translations listed for "gag": Knebel, Maulkorberlass, Gag, Witz, würgen, knebeln.

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