gaffer
[ gaf-er ]
/ ˈgæf ər /
noun
the chief electrician on a motion-picture or television production.
Informal. an old man.
British. a foreman or overseer, especially the boss of a group of physical laborers.
Glassmaking. a master glassblower responsible for shaping glassware.
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Origin of gaffer
First recorded in 1565–75; contraction of godfather
Words nearby gaffer
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British Dictionary definitions for gaffer
gaffer
/ (ˈɡæfə) /
noun
an old man, esp one living in the country: often used affectionately or patronizinglyCompare gammer
informal, mainly British a boss, foreman, or owner of a factory, mine, etc
the senior electrician on a television or film set
Word Origin for gaffer
C16: alteration of godfather
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