gap

/ɡˈæp/

/ˈɡæp/

[noun] [verb]

Gap

[NOUN]

a conspicuous disparity or difference as between two figures

synonyms : spread

a narrow opening

synonyms : crack

an open or empty space in or between things

synonyms : opening

an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity

synonyms : break

disruption

interruption

a difference, particularly an unwanted one, causing separation between two people, situations, or opinions

a pass between mountain peaks

synonyms : col

an empty or unpronounced position within a sentence or phrase, typically representing a missing word or element that is implied or understood from the context

to gap

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

make an opening or gap in

synonyms : breach

Examples

1. This collection of stories bridges the gap between history and fiction.

2. She had a gap between her front teeth that added character to her smile.

3. They have a significant age gap but are happily married.

4. He tried to push his hand through the gap but it wouldn't go.