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gagged

/ˈɡæɡd/ verb · British & US
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What does gagged mean?

verb

To silence or muffle someone by stuffing something into their mouth, or to prevent someone from speaking or expressing themselves. To be silenced or muffled in this way.

Example

"The politician was gagged by the protesters, unable to speak out against the government."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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