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gape

noun verb

A stare of amazement (usually with the mouth open)

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Word Facts

Word length
4
Starts with
G
Ends with
E
Contains
AP
Scrabble score
7
CEFR level
C1

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈɡeɪp

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Meaning

Definitions

noun

  1. A stare of amazement (usually with the mouth open)

noun

  1. An expression of openmouthed astonishment

verb

  1. Look with amazement; look stupidly

verb

  1. Be wide open

    “The deep gaping canyon”

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Example Sentences

The deep gaping canyon

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