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Gaff Very Common

Gaff has 8 different meanings across 2 categories:

Noun · Proper Noun

Definitions
Noun
1

a sharp metal spike or spur that is fastened to the leg of a gamecock

2

a spar rising aft from a mast to support the head of a quadrilateral fore-and-aft sail

3

an iron hook with a handle; used for landing large fish

4

A tool consisting of a large metal hook with a handle or pole, especially the one used to pull large fish aboard a boat.

5

Rough or harsh treatment; criticism.

6

A place of residence.

Verb
1

To use a gaff, especially to land a fish.