Definition: A type of lamp that produces light by burning gas, often used in the past before electric lights became common.

Example: The old street was illuminated by gaslights, giving it a nostalgic charm.

Definition: Not available

Example: The gaslit streets of the old town created a romantic atmosphere.

Definition: To take a quick, sharp breath, often because of surprise or shock.

Example: She gasped when she saw the surprise party waiting for her.

Definition: A quick and sudden intake of breath, often due to surprise or shock.

Example: She let out a gasp when she saw the surprise party.

Definition: To make a sudden, sharp sound while breathing, often because of surprise or shock.

Example: She gasped when she saw the beautiful sunset.

Definition: Not having good manners or social skills; awkward in social situations.

Example: His gauche behavior at the formal dinner made everyone uncomfortable.

Definition: In a way that is awkward or lacking in social grace.

Example: He spoke gauchely at the formal dinner, making everyone uncomfortable.

Definition: The quality of being awkward or lacking social grace.

Example: His gaucheness made it difficult for him to fit in at the party.

Definition: A lack of social grace or tact, often resulting in awkward or clumsy behavior.

Example: His gaucherie during the formal dinner made everyone uncomfortable.

Definition: Describing someone or something as awkward, lacking social grace, or clumsy in behavior or style.

Example: His comments at the party were the gauchest I've ever heard, making everyone feel uncomfortable.

Definition: Very thin and bony, often because of illness or lack of food.

Example: After months of illness, he looked gaunt and weak.

Definition: Having a thin and bony appearance, often due to illness or lack of food.

Example: After the long illness, he looked even gaunter than before.