gag
nounUK /ɡæɡ/
US /ɡæɡ/
A gag is something you put in someone's mouth to stop them from talking.
The robber put a gag on the man so he could not shout.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A gag is a funny joke or trick.
The clown told a silly gag that made everyone laugh.
3. To gag means to feel like you are going to throw up.
The bad smell made her gag.
4. To gag someone means to stop them from speaking.
The reporters were gagged by the strict rules.