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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

gawking

/ˈɡɔːkɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does gawking mean?

verb

Looking at something with a mixture of surprise and admiration, often in a way that is considered rude or impolite. To stare at something in a foolish or uncontrolled manner.

Example

"The tourists were gawking at the famous painting, completely unaware of the other visitors around them."

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