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Simple Definition of gull

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gull

1 of 2

noun

ˈgʌl

plural gulls

: a large, common, usually gray and white bird that lives near the ocean : seagull

gull

2 of 2

verb

gulls; gulled; gulling

old-fashioned : to fool or trick (someone)

I was gulled [=deceived] by their false promises of easy money.

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Simple Definition of gull

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