a piece of cloth that is put over or in somebody’s mouth to stop them speaking

an order that prevents something from being publicly reported or discussed

a joke or a funny story, especially one told by a professional comedian

It was just a gag—we didn't mean to upset anyone.

to put a piece of cloth in or over somebody’s mouth to prevent them from speaking or shouting

to prevent somebody from speaking freely or expressing their opinion

The new laws are seen as an attempt to gag the press.

to have the unpleasant feeling in your mouth and stomach as if you are going to vomit

She gagged on the blood that filled her mouth.

The stench of rotting meat made him gag.

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