Gutter Definition & Meaning

gutter
noun
  1. a channel along the eaves or on the roof; collects and carries away rainwater
  2. misfortune resulting in lost effort or money; "his career was in the gutter"; "all that work went down the sewer"; "pensions are in the toilet"
  3. a worker who guts things (fish or buildings or cars etc.)
  4. a tool for gutting fish
verb
  1. burn unsteadily, feebly, or low; flicker; "The cooling lava continued to gutter toward lower ground"
  2. flow in small streams; "Tears guttered down her face"
  3. wear or cut gutters into; "The heavy rain guttered the soil"
  4. provide with gutters; "gutter the buildings"

"Gutter" in song lyrics

See how gutter is used in real songs:

  • "I give 'em to 'em gutter, straight gutter"
    1st Infantry f/ Havoc, Twin Gambino — The Midnight Creep
  • "So I pleased, then I threw her in the gutter"
    3rd Bass — Wordz of Wizdom
  • "or sa-st-stutter, english found in the gutter"
    3rd Bass f/ Chubb Rock — Kick Em in the Grill

Usage tips for "gutter"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "gutter" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for gutter to find words that pair well.

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