gagging
/ˈɡæɡɪŋ/
Meanings
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Verb
The act of blocking someone's mouth to prevent them from speaking, usually as a form of control or punishment.
- "He gagged his sister to prevent her from screaming."
- "The dictator gagged the media to suppress information."
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Noun
A feeling of being unable to express oneself or being silenced.
- "She felt a gagging sense of frustration when she couldn't speak her mind."
- "The political climate created a gagging effect on free speech."
Rhymes
Words rhyming with gaggingagging , clagging , dragging , flagging , lagging , magging , ragging
Variants
List of all variants of gagging that leads to same resultgag , gagged , gagger , gaggers , gagging , gags , gagging order
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).gags, gagged, gagging
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.The word 'gagging' originated from the Old Norse word 'gagga,' which means 'to choke' or 'to strangle'. It has been used in English since the 15th century.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
Gagging is sometimes used as a euphemism for vomiting.
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In some cultures, gagging is considered a sign of respect or politeness when offered food or drink.
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Gag orders are court orders that prohibit the discussion or dissemination of certain information.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Silencing: The act of preventing someone from speaking or expressing themselves, which can take various forms, including gagging, censorship, and self-censorship.
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Control: The power to influence or direct someone's behavior or actions, which can be achieved through various means, including gagging, coercion, and manipulation.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.Gagging has been used as a form of control and punishment throughout history, often associated with censorship and oppression. It has been depicted in literature, such as in George Orwell's '1984,' where the protagonist is subjected to 'doublethink' and 'double speak,' which includes being gagged to prevent him from expressing dissenting thoughts.
How to Memorize "gagging"
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visualize
- Imagine someone placing their hand over someone else's mouth to prevent them from speaking. Visualize the physical act of blocking the mouth and the struggle that might ensue.
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associate
- Associate the word 'gagging' with the idea of being silenced or prevented from speaking. Think of situations where someone might be gagged to control their speech.
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mnemonics
- Create a mnemonic by associating the word 'gagging' with the phrase 'Gagging is preventing speech,' or 'Gagging means control over voice.'
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