gaffer

• Nom anglais désignant principalement un vieil homme, notamment en Grande-Bretagne, ainsi que le chef électricien responsable de l'éclairage sur un plateau de tournage, et parfois un contremaître ou superviseur.

A noun with multiple meanings: it can refer to an elderly man, an electrician responsible for lighting on a film or television set, or a person who exercises control over workers.

1. Elderly manB2informalbritish

   An informal term for an old man, often used affectionately or respectfully.

   Vieil homme (terme affectueux)

   • The old gaffer sat on the bench feeding the pigeons.
   • A friendly gaffer helped me find my way through the village.
   • The local gaffer knows all the stories about the town.

   Synonymescodgereldergeezergranddadgreybeardold boyold manoldtimer

2. Lighting technicianB2formaltechnical

   The chief electrician responsible for the design and execution of lighting on a film or television set.

   chef électricien

   • The gaffer adjusted the key light for the actor's close-up.
   • She worked as a gaffer on several major Hollywood productions.
   • The director consulted the gaffer about the mood lighting for the scene.

3. Supervisor or bossB2informalbritish

   A person who exercises control or authority over workers, especially in manual labor or a workshop.

   Chef d'équipe

   • The gaffer told the crew to take a short break.
   • He's been the gaffer at the factory for over twenty years.
   • The gaffer makes sure everyone is working safely and efficiently.

   Synonymesbosschiefforemanheadmanageroverseersuperintendentsupervisortaskmaster