gag
gag
gæg
gāg
British pronunciation
/ɡˈæɡ/

Definition & Meaning of "gag"in English

Gag
01

a short, humorous anecdote, joke, or punchline intended to elicit laughter

gag definition and meaning

What is a "gag"?

A gag is a type of joke or comedic device designed to provoke laughter. It typically involves a clever or humorous situation, visual trick, or play on words. Gags can appear in various forms, including one-liners, physical comedy, or visual humor, and are often used in stand-up comedy, television shows, and films to entertain audiences. The primary aim of a gag is to deliver a quick and effective punchline that generates a strong reaction from the audience.

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The comedian delivered a series of hilarious gags about everyday life, drawing laughter from the crowd.
Her stand-up routine was filled with clever gags and witty observations that kept the audience entertained throughout.
02

restraint put into a person's mouth to prevent speaking or shouting

03

a limitation on freedom of speech or a restriction on dissemination of information

to gag
01

to choke or struggle for breath, often as a result of something obstructing the throat

Intransitive
to gag definition and meaning
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He began to gag on the piece of food that got stuck in his throat.
She started to gag when the dust from the attic filled the air and made it hard to breathe.
02

to attempt to vomit but be unable to, typically due to an unpleasant taste or smell

Intransitive
to gag definition and meaning
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The strong odor from the garbage can caused her to gag involuntarily.
The unpleasant taste of the medicine made the child gag when trying to swallow it.
03

to tell a joke, often a humorous or witty remark

Intransitive
to gag definition and meaning
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The comedian began his set by gagging about the awkwardness of first dates.
He always tries to gag at family dinners, even if his jokes do n't always land.
04

to limit freedom of speech or to prevent someone from writing or talking about a particular subject

Transitive: to gag a person or their freedom of speech
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The government attempted to gag the press
The new law was seen as an attempt to gag the opposition, silencing any criticism.
05

to cause someone to choke, gag, or retch

Transitive: to gag sb
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The strong taste of the medicine nearly gagged her, but she swallowed it anyway.
The rotten smell of the fish gagged him as soon as he opened the refrigerator.
06

to prevent someone from speaking by putting a restraint into their mouth

Transitive: to gag sb
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The police threatened to gag him if he continued speaking out during the investigation.
The kidnappers gagged their captive to keep them from alerting anyone to their presence.
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