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gaffer

[ gaf-er ]

noun

  1. the chief electrician on the set of a movie or television show.
  2. Informal. an old man.
  3. British Informal.
    1. a boss, supervisor, or manager.
    2. a foreman or overseer in charge of a group of physical laborers:

      a factory gaffer.

    3. the coach or manager of a sports team.
  4. Glassmaking. a master glassblower responsible for shaping glassware.


gaffer

/ ˈɡæ´ÚÉ™ /

noun

  1. an old man, esp one living in the country: often used affectionately or patronizingly Compare gammer
  2. informal.
    a boss, foreman, or owner of a factory, mine, etc
  3. the senior electrician on a television or film set
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged†2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of gaffer1

First recorded in 1565–75; contraction of godfather
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of gaffer1

C16: alteration of godfather
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Captain Ashley Williams was one of those who texted out his feelings to "lay off the gaffer", saying the players should not escape criticism but together they would get it right.

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"What I find crazy about the gaffer's training is that we never seem to do the same session twice," he told BBC Radio 5 Live.

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"We know the tactics that the gaffer has given us and if we stick to the plan, we know we have a great chance in every game we play."

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Mr Hill said he messaged the streamer with the job offer on Instagram, writing: "Alright Daisy Hill gaffer, this is the other Daisy Hill gaffer."

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To be fair to the gaffer, he always talks about blocking out the outside noise, but sometimes it's difficult, you know.

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