Meaning & Definition of word "Gash"

Gash

/ɡæʃ/

noun:

  • 1. a long, deep cut or wound.
    • Example: The soldier received a gash on his leg during the battle.
  • 2. a strong or forceful statement.
    • Example: His criticisms of the policy were a gash against the administration's credibility.

verb:

  • 1. to make a long, deep cut in something.
    • Example: He gashed his arm while trying to climb over the fence.
  • 2. to cause serious damage or injury.
    • Example: The sharp rock gashed the tire, leaving it flat.

Etymology

Perhaps from Middle English 'gash', a variant of 'gaishe', meaning to cut or slash.

Common Phrases and Expressions

gash in the skin:

A significant cut or injury on the skin.

gash across:

To cut deeply across a surface.

gash like a wound:

Referring to a deep and serious cut.

Related Words

slice:

To cut with a sharp instrument.

scalpel:

A small, sharp knife used by surgeons.

slit:

A narrow cut or opening.

Slang Meanings of gash

Meaning: Refers to female genitalia in a vulgar context.

Example Sentence: He used that term in a crude way during the conversation.

Meaning: Used to describe an intense experience or situation.

Example Sentence: That party was a total gash; I can't believe how wild it got.