Results for gab
Definitions of gab:
part of speech: noun
part of speech: noun
In steam- engines, the name given to the hook on the end of the eccentric rod opposite the strap.
part of speech: noun
Usage examples for gab:
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He was a baby in public affairs, of course, as yet; but as soon as he once got going, the intensity of his convictions, together with his position, and real gift- not of the gab like Harbinger's- but of restrained, biting oratory, was sure to bring him to the front with a bound in the present state of parties.
"The Patrician", John Galsworthy -
Carew would have preferred to decline the invitation, but in ordinary politeness found it difficult to do so; and he accompanied the native lawyer- who undoubtedly possessed the gift of the gab if no other qualifications for his profession- to the law courts.
"A Desperate Voyage", Edward Frederick Knight -
" Pard, I reckon it ain't my way to gab a lot," replied Larry.
"The U.P. Trail", Zane Grey