noun General Slang

gaper

GAY-per · noun · slang

A clueless novice, often marked by an exposed forehead gap.

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A clueless or out-of-place novice on the mountain, often stereotyped by mismatched gear or a 'gaper gap' of forehead showing between goggles and helmet. It is a light-hearted jibe.

“Classic gaper move, wearing his goggles over his hat.”
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gaper In A Sentence

Classic gaper move, wearing his goggles over his hat.

Origin & Usage

Ski/snowboard slang for an inept or oblivious visitor.

People Also Ask

What is a gaper?

A clueless or out-of-place novice on the mountain, often stereotyped by mismatched gear or a strip of forehead showing between goggles and helmet.

What is a gaper gap?

The tell-tale gap of exposed forehead between a rider's goggles and helmet or hat, seen as a mark of an inexperienced visitor.

Is calling someone a gaper offensive?

It's a light-hearted jibe rather than a serious insult, though it does mock someone as inept or out of place.

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