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gagged

 

[ ɡæɡd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

physical restraint

Gagged is the past tense of the verb 'gag,' which refers to the act of obstructing someone's mouth or throat to prevent them from speaking or making sounds. This can be done by using a physical object, such as a cloth or a tape, or through a figurative sense where someone feels stifled or unable to express themselves. The term can also relate to situations where communication is forcibly suppressed, either literally or metaphorically. It is often associated with themes of control and silence in various contexts, including storytelling, criminal scenarios, or social commentary.

Synonyms

muffled, restrained, silenced

Examples of usage

  • The hostage was gagged to keep him quiet.
  • She felt gagged by the restrictions placed on her speech.
  • The child gagged on the small toy and needed help.
  • In his protest, he felt gagged by the oppressive laws.

Translations

Translations of the word "gagged" in other languages:

🇵🇹 amordaçado

🇮🇳 गला घोंट दिया

🇩🇪 gezügelt

🇮🇩 tercekik

🇺🇦 заглушений

🇵🇱 zakneblony

🇯🇵 口を塞がれた

🇫🇷 bâillonné

🇪🇸 amordazado

🇹🇷 bağlanmış

🇰🇷 입이 막힌

🇸🇦 مكمم

🇨🇿 zavázaný

🇸🇰 zaviazaný

🇨🇳 被堵住的

🇸🇮 zavrnjen

🇮🇸 böggun

🇰🇿 жабық

🇬🇪 დაყუდებული

🇦🇿 dil boğulmuş

🇲🇽 amordazado

Etymology

The word 'gag' originates from the Middle English term 'gaggen,' which meant to choke or to prevent from speaking. This term can be traced further back to the Old Norse word 'gagga,' meaning to choke or stifle. Historically, the concept of gagging has been associated with various practices throughout cultures, often linked to control and punishment. In literature and common usage, the act of gagging has emphasized the power dynamics involved in communication and expression, often highlighting themes of oppression. The evolution of the word has maintained a connection to silencing or restriction, even extending into various idiomatic expressions in modern English.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,867, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.