GAWKING Meaning and
Definition
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Gawking refers to the act of staring or gazing at someone or something in a rude, curious, or open-mouthed manner. It is a term used to describe the behavior of individuals who look intently at something, often without regard for the privacy, comfort, or personal space of the subject being observed.
This term is often associated with a sense of astonishment, bewilderment, or fascination, where the individual becomes fixated on an object of interest, a person, or a situation. Gawking can also be a display of rudeness or insensitivity, as it may cause discomfort or embarrassment to the person being observed.
The act of gawking is typically characterized by a prolonged and overtly obvious observation, often accompanied by an open or slack-jawed expression. It is commonly seen as impolite or disrespectful in many social contexts, as it invades the privacy or personal space of others. Gawking can be triggered by various reasons, such as unique physical appearances, unusual events, or extraordinary situations.
While gawking can be considered a natural human curiosity, it is important to exercise sensitivity and respect towards others' boundaries and personal space. In public settings, it is generally more appropriate to glance discreetly or divert one's attention when noticing something of interest, rather than indulging in prolonged gawking.
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Etymology of GAWKING
The word "gawking" originates from Middle English and has its roots in the Old Norse word "gálga", which means "to gape", "to stare", or "to gaze". In Middle English, it evolved into "gauken" or "gawken", which also meant "to gape" or "to stare foolishly". Over time, the term "gawking" emerged as the present participle form of "gawk", describing the act of openly staring or gazing in a clumsy or foolish manner.
Similar spelling words for GAWKING
- joking,
- Caging,
- quaking,
- Raking,
- baking,
- making,
- Cawing,
- gassing,
- Caking,
- Quacking,
- waking,
- gawkiness,
- Gagging,
- hawking,
- Calking,
- Gaskins,
- taking,
- Gazing,
- jacking,
- Gauging,
- faking.
Conjugate verb Gawking
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FUTURE
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FUTURE PERFECT
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PRESENT
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