1. Noun
A barbed spear or a hook with a handle, used by fishermen in securing heavy fish.
2. Noun
The spar upon which the upper edge of a fore-and-aft sail is extended.
3. Noun
Same as Gaffle, 1.
4. Verb
To strike with a gaff or barbed spear; to secure by means of a gaff; as, to gaff a salmon.
More about this word
Synonyms and related words
Explore this word