Definition of Gaffer

1. Noun. An elderly man.

Exact synonyms: Antique, Old Geezer, Old-timer, Oldtimer
Generic synonyms: Graybeard, Greybeard, Methuselah, Old Man
Derivative terms: Antique

2. Noun. An electrician responsible for lighting on a movie or tv set.
Generic synonyms: Electrician, Lineman, Linesman

3. Noun. A person who exercises control over workers. "If you want to leave early you have to ask the foreman"
Exact synonyms: Boss, Chief, Foreman, Honcho
Specialized synonyms: Baas, Ganger, Assistant Foreman, Straw Boss
Generic synonyms: Supervisor
Derivative terms: Bossy, Foremanship

Definition of Gaffer

1. n. An old fellow; an aged rustic.

Definition of Gaffer

1. an old man [n -S]

Medical Definition of Gaffer

1. 1. An old fellow; an aged rustic. "Go to each gaffer and each goody." (Fawkes) Gaffer was originally a respectful title, now degenerated into a term of familiarity or contempt when addressed to an aged man in humble life. 2. A foreman or overseer of a gang of laborers. Origin: Possibly contr. Fr. Godfather; but prob. Fr. Gramfer for grandfather. Cf. Gammer. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Gaffer

Gael
gaelic
Gaelic
Gaelic-speaking
gaen
Gaenslen's sign
gaes
Gaetano Donizetti
Gaetan Vestris
gaff
gaff
gaff-headed sail
gaffe
gaffed
gaffer (current term)
gaffer (current term)
gaffers
gaffes
gaffing
gaffings
Gaffky scale
Gaffky table
gaffs
gaffsail
gaff topsail
Gafsa
gag
gag
gaga
gagaku

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