Gaff and Phony

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

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

Nearby Words: gaffed, gaffe, gaffer, gaffing

Phony noun - An imitation that is passed off as genuine.

Usage example: the fancy “emerald” ring turned out to be a phony

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Gaff and phony are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gaff" instead a noun "Phony".

Nearby Words: phoney, phone, phoning

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