gaffs

/ɡæfs/

NOUN

1. Minor errors or embarrassing mistakes

Minor errors, foolish mistakes, or social blunders, especially those that cause embarrassment or involve a breach of etiquette.

Mistakes involving inappropriate behavior, poor judgment, or breaches of social etiquette that cause embarrassment or offense.

The comedian cleverly incorporated unexpected gaffs into his routine, keeping the audience laughing.
During the live broadcast, the news anchor made several on-air gaffs, creating humorous moments.
The manager apologized for the recent workplace gaffs and promised improved communication.
Despite his best efforts, the speaker couldn't avoid making a few public speaking gaffs.
The politician's series of public relations gaffs became a hot topic in the media.

NOUN

Tricks or dishonest schemes used to deceive, cheat, or take advantage of someone.

Schemes, tricks, or acts of deception intended to mislead or manipulate another person.

The dishonest dealer used several gaffs to deceive customers.
The investigation uncovered a series of financial gaffs designed to exploit unsuspecting buyers.

VERB

To cheat, trick, or deceive someone through dishonest actions or misleading schemes.

The act of misleading, deceiving, or exploiting someone through dishonest methods.

The dishonest dealer repeatedly gaffs customers with misleading offers.
The scammers gaffs unsuspecting buyers by pretending to offer genuine products.