Gaff Definition & Meaning

gaff
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

"Gaff" in song lyrics

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  • "And this Saturday I thought it was the same deal as last Sat. at your gaff"
    The Streets — Get Out of My House
  • "Instead of sitting her at my girl's gaff"
    The Streets — Wouldn't Have it Any Other Way
  • "fishing gaff"
    AOL — AOL

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