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Words Starting with "G"

Gadzooks
C2interjection
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Gadzooks

An archaic exclamation expressing surprise, annoyance, or dismay.

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Gainsaying
C2noun
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Gainsaying

The act of denying, disputing, or contradicting something.

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Gallimaufry
C2noun
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Gallimaufry

A confused jumble or medley of things; a miscellaneous assortment.

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Gamesmanship
C2noun
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Gamesmanship

The art or practice of winning games or contests by using psychological ploys and tactics to gain an advantage, without technically breaking the rules.

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Garrulous
C2adjective
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Garrulous

Excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters.

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Gilt-head bream
C2noun
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Gilt-head bream

A common European marine fish (Sparus aurata) of the sparid family, distinguished by a golden stripe between its eyes, highly valued as a food fish.

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Glout
C2verb
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Glout

To look sullen, glowr, or pout; to express displeasure through facial expression.

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Gnomon
C2noun
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Gnomon

The projecting piece of a sundial that casts the shadow.

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Goldarn
C2adjective
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Goldarn

Used as a mild oath for emphasis or to express annoyance or exasperation.

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Gowl
C2verb
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Gowl

To howl, yowl, or cry out loudly and mournfully.

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Gravitational singularity
C2noun
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Gravitational singularity

A point in spacetime where the gravitational field of a celestial body becomes infinite, resulting in a zero volume and an infinite density.

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Grinder's Rot
C2noun
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Grinder's Rot

A condition characterized by the deterioration or decay of grinding tools or materials, often due to prolonged use or improper maintenance.

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