gaffer
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ər noun
1.
the chief electrician on a motion-picture or television production.
2.
Informal. an old man.
3.
British. a foreman or overseer, especially the boss of a group of physical laborers.
4.
Glassmaking. a master glassblower responsible for shaping glassware.
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Gaffer
is always a great word to know.
So is zedonk. Does it mean:
| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
| the offspring of a zebra and a donkey. |
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| 1. | Compare gammer an old man, esp one living in the country: often used affectionately or patronizingly |
| 2. | informal chiefly (Brit) a boss, foreman, or owner of a factory, mine, etc |
| 3. | the senior electrician on a television or film set |
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Word Origin & History
gaffer
1589, "elderly rustic," apparently a contraction of godfather; originally "old man," it was applied from 1841 to foremen and supervisors, which sense carried over 20c. to "electrician in charge of lighting on a film set."
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gaffer definition[ˈgæfɚ]
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Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions by Richard A. Spears.Fourth Edition.
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Example sentences
Wahoo is still a possibility, with a smattering of bailer and gaffer dolphin also in the mix.
Cords and cables must be taped to the floor with gaffer tape or other suitable covering in all foot-traffic areas.
Offshore, gaffer and bull dolphin have been bitting.
Gaffer's tape is an essential photographic accessory.
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