gag — meaning in English

English meaning

• gag noun Something placed in or over the mouth to prevent someone from speaking or crying out.
• shtick noun A repeated, characteristic routine or gimmick used to attract attention or amuse an audience.

Senses

gag is used for these senses in English:

• gag A joke or other mischievous prank.
• shtick A gimmick.

gag — full definition

1. noun Something placed in or over the mouth to prevent someone from speaking or crying out.
2. noun A joke, prank, or funny bit written for comic effect.
3. noun A rule or order that prevents public discussion of something.
4. verb To retch or feel the urge to vomit.
5. verb To prevent someone from speaking, literally or figuratively.

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