gad Definition

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gad¹
verb

gadded, gadding
1. colloq
To go from place to place busily, especially in the hope of finding amusement or pleasure.
Form: gad about (usually)
Form: gad around

Etymology: 15c: back-formation from Anglo-Saxon gædeling companion.

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gad²
Gad
exclamation

1. old use
Expressing surprise or affirmation.
Form: by Gad (also)

Etymology: 17c: a form of God.