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gagger

1

[ gag-er ]

noun

  1. a person or thing that gags. gag.
  2. an L -shaped rod for reinforcing sand in a foundry mold.

gagger

2

[ gag-er ]

noun

  1. a person who writes or tells gags; gag; gagman.

gagger

/ ˈɡæɡə /

noun

  1. a person or thing that gags
  2. a wedge for a core in a casting mould

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Word History and Origins

Origin of gagger1

First recorded in 1855–60; gag 1 + -er 1

Origin of gagger2

First recorded in 1775–85; gag 2 + -er 1

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Example Sentences

And everything I possess in this world, from my bonnet and striped silk dress to Father's deeds at the mercy of that gagger.

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