gaff

• Sustantivo con varios sentidos: 1) Vara o palo con un gancho para sacar peces grandes del agua; 2) Comentario brusco o mordaz; 3) (Jerga británica) Lugar de residencia, como una casa o un piso.

A noun with multiple meanings: 1) A pole with a hook used for landing large fish; 2) A harsh or mocking remark; 3) (British slang) A place of residence, such as a house or flat.

1. Fishing toolB2formal

   A stick with a hook at the end, used to land large fish.

   Gancho para peces grandes

   • The fisherman used a gaff to pull the heavy salmon into the boat.
   • He carefully hooked the fish with the gaff.
   • A gaff is essential for landing large game fish.

2. Mistake or blunderB2informalbritish

   A social or verbal mistake; a faux pas.

   metedura de pata

   • He made a real gaff by forgetting her name.
   • It was a terrible gaff to mention the surprise party in front of her.
   • She realized her gaff as soon as the words left her mouth.

   Sinónimosblundererrorfaux pasgaffeindiscretionmistakeslipsolecism

3. Public venueC1informalbritish

   A place of entertainment, such as a music hall or theater.

   local de espectáculos

   • We went to the local gaff to see a comedy show.
   • The old gaff was known for its lively music nights.
   • He performed at a small gaff in the city center.

   Sinónimosauditoriummusic hallplayhousetheatervenue