Definition & Meaning of "gaffe"in English

Gaffe

a thing that was done or said in a social or public situation that is considered to be an embarrassing or tactless mistake

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Grammatical Information

Animacy status

Abstract

Composition

Simple

Countable

singular

not gender specific

Plural form

gaffes

Examples

The politician’s gaffe during the speech caused widespread embarrassment and criticism.

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