gag

• Substantiv, das einen Witz, eine humorvolle Bemerkung oder eine komische Situation bezeichnet, oft verwendet in Komödie oder Unterhaltung; auch ein Gag im Sinne einer Pointe oder eines komischen Einfalls. Zudem kann es einen Knebel oder Würgreiz bezeichnen.

A noun referring to a joke, humorous remark, or comic situation, often used in comedy or entertainment.

1. Joke or funny remarkB1informal

   A joke, especially a short one, or a funny story.

   Witz

   • He told a hilarious gag at the party.
   • The comedian's opening gag got a big laugh.
   • That's an old gag, but it still makes me smile.

   Synonymejestjokeone-linerquipwisecrackwitticism

2. Something put in the mouthB2formal

   An object put into or over a person's mouth to prevent them from speaking or shouting.

   Knebel

   • The kidnappers used a cloth gag to silence their victim.
   • The prisoner was forced to wear a gag during the interrogation.
   • He removed the gag so she could speak.

   Synonymemuzzle

3. Choking sensationB2informal

   A feeling of wanting to vomit or a reflex that prevents swallowing.

   Würgereiz

   • The smell of the garbage made him feel a gag.
   • She experienced a gag reflex when the doctor examined her throat.
   • The taste of the medicine caused a slight gag.

   Synonymeheaveretch

• Verb, das den Vorgang des Würgens, Erstickens oder des Brechreizes bezeichnet oder das Mundzuhalten, um jemanden am Sprechen zu hindern.

A verb used to indicate the act of choking or retching, or to prevent someone from speaking by covering their mouth.

1. Choke or retchB1informal

   To experience a reflex that makes you feel like you are about to vomit.

   Würgen oder Brechreiz haben

   • The smell made her gag.
   • He started to gag when he swallowed the pill.
   • The strong taste caused him to gag.

   Synonymeconvulseheaveretch

2. Silence or restrict speechB2formal

   To prevent someone from speaking freely, often by force or legal means.

   Zum Schweigen bringen

   • The government tried to gag the press.
   • They gagged the witness to prevent him from testifying.
   • The court order was designed to gag the publication of sensitive information.

   Synonymecensormutemuzzlequashrepresssilencestiflesuppress

   Antonymefreeliberatereleaseunmuzzle

3. Make a jokeB2informal

   To tell a joke or make a humorous remark.

   Witze machen

   • He gagged about the situation to lighten the mood.
   • The comedian gagged throughout his entire performance.
   • She gagged on the topic of her embarrassing moment.

   Synonymecrackjestjokequipwisecrack