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Meaning of gape
The primary meaning of the word "gape" is to stare at something or someone in surprise, shock, or wonder.
Etymology of gape
The word "gape" comes from the Old English word "gæpan" or "gapian", which means "to open the mouth wide" or "to yawn".
The word has been used in English since the 9th century, and its meaning has evolved over time to include the sense of staring at something or someone in surprise or wonder.
Synonyms
stare
gaze
gawk
goggle
gape at
gawk at
stare at
look
watch
observe
behold
notice
see
view
scrutinize
examine
inspect
study
peer
peep
glance
leer
ogle
gawp
rubberneck
gape in wonder
gape in amazement
gape in shock
gape in awe
gape in horror
gape in surprise
gape in astonishment
gawk in amazement
stare in wonder
stare in awe
stare in horror
gape open-mouthed
stare open-mouthed
gawk open-mouthed.
Definitions
- To stare at something or someone with one's mouth open, typically in surprise, shock, or wonder.
- A wide opening or a void, especially one that is considered to be unpleasant or unsightly.
- To open one's mouth wide, typically in surprise, shock, or wonder.
Usage Examples
- The crowd began to gape as the fireworks exploded in the sky.
- She gaped at the beautiful scenery in front of her.
- The tourists gaped in awe at the grandeur of the ancient monument.
- The fish gaped on the deck of the boat, its mouth open and gasping for air.
- The void left by the demolished building seemed to gape like an open wound.