Definition

A person or thing that causes someone to gag or choke, often used in specific contexts like foundry work.

Example

The gagger was essential in ensuring the mold held its shape during the casting process.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a gagger used in metalworking?

No, I haven't! What does it actually do?

It's used to keep the core in position when making molds.

That sounds interesting! I didn't know there were tools like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gagger → The word 'gagger' is formed from 'gag' (of uncertain origin, possibly from Middle English 'gaggen', meaning to choke or stifle) and the suffix '-er' (meaning a person who performs an action). A gagger is a person or thing that causes choking or stifling, often in a figurative sense.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'stifles' or 'chokes' ('gag') others — that's what a gagger does.

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