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gaffle

[ gaf-uhl ]

verb (used with object)

, gaf·fled, gaf·fling.
  1. to take hold of; seize.

verb (used without object)

, gaf·fled, gaf·fling.
  1. to take as one's own (used in the phrase gaffle on to ):

    I'm going to gaffle on to that last piece of pie.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of gaffle1

1930–35; perhaps blend of gaff 1 and grapple

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Example Sentences

When fired it was-placed upon an iron gaffle or fork, which: the soldier carried with him, and stuck before him into the ground.

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