Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gaffle
verb
/ˈɡafəl/
Definition
To grab or seize, often in a rough or hasty manner.
Examples
- The thief attempted to gaffle the bag from the crowded marketplace.
- He was caught trying to gaffle the snacks from the kitchen when no one was looking.
Meaning
Gaffle refers to the act of taking something quickly or forcefully, usually without permission.
Synonyms
- grab
- snatch
- seize
- take
