Gaffer — synonyms, definition

1. gaffer (Noun)

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gaffer (Noun) — An elderly man or woman.

gaffer (Noun) — An electrician responsible for lighting on a movie or tv set.

gaffer (Noun) — A person who exercises control over workers. ex. "if you want to leave early you have to ask the gaffer"

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