verb General Slang

gawk

· verb · irish-eng

To stare like a gom — mouth open, no shame.

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Definitions

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To stare openly, usually rudely or stupidly. Common across Britain and Ireland but particularly Irish-flavoured — often paired with 'at' and aimed at someone making a holy show of themselves. Suggests the gawker looks a bit thick while doing it.

“Stop gawking at her and order your pint.”
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gawk In A Sentence

Stop gawking at her and order your pint.

Origin & Usage

Variants gawkinggawker

People Also Ask

What does gawk mean?

It means to stare shamelessly — mouth open, no self-consciousness at all.

How do you use gawk in a sentence?

"Stop gawking at them and mind your own business."

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