gaffing
/ˈɡæfɪŋ/
verb
- The act of using a gaff (a hooked pole) to lift or land a large fish, such as a tuna or salmon, from the water.
- The fisherman spent the morning gaffing a heavy halibut over the side of the boat.
- Gaffing a marlin requires skill and timing to avoid losing the catch.
- He watched the deckhand expertly gaffing one tuna after another.
- Slang for cheating, rigging, or manipulating something, especially in a dishonest way (e.g., in gambling or a contest).
- In the movie, the magician was gaffing the trick by using a false bottom in the box.
- They accused the carnival game operator of gaffing the ring toss so no one could win.
- The gambler was caught gaffing the roulette wheel with a hidden magnet.