gap

Definition

  • n. a conspicuous disparity or difference as between two figures
  • n. a narrow opening
  • n. a difference (especially an unfortunate difference) between two opinions or two views or two situations
  • v. make an opening or gap in

Word forms

Present participle
gapping
Past tense
gapped
Third person singular
gaps
Past participle
gapped

Example sentences

  1. n.

    There is a small gap between the two buildings that lets in light.

  2. vt.

    The heavy rain caused a gap in the roof that let water drip inside.

  3. vi.

    He decided to gap the fence to make it easier to walk to the other side.

  4. 計.

    The gap in the software design helped in improving user experience.