Gaff and Knack

Gaff

Gaff noun - A socially improper or unsuitable act or remark.

Knack and gaff are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Knack" instead a noun "Gaff".

Nearby Words: gaffed, gaffe, gaffer, gaffing

Knack

Knack noun - A clever often underhanded means to achieve an end.
Usage example: she's tried every knack in Cupid's book to get her guy to marry her

Gaff and knack are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gaff" instead a noun "Knack".

Nearby Words: knacker, knackery

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