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English noun: gape

1. gape (communication) an expression of openmouthed astonishment


Broader (hypernym)facial expression, facial gesture


Narrower (hyponym)rictus

2. gape (act) a stare of amazement (usually with the mouth open)


Broader (hypernym)stare


English verb: gape

1. gape (perception) look with amazement; look stupidly


Synonymsgawk, gawp, goggle


Pattern of useSomebody ----s.
Somebody ----s PP


Broader (hypernym)look

2. gape (stative) be wide open


SamplesThe deep gaping canyon.


Synonymsyaw, yawn


Pattern of useSomething ----s


Broader (hypernym)be









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