Associations to the word «Gauche»

Wiktionary

GAUCHE, adjective. Awkward or lacking in social graces; bumbling.
GAUCHE, adjective. (mathematics) (archaic) Skewed, not plane.
GAUCHE, adjective. (chemistry) Describing a torsion angle of 60°
GAUCHE CAVIAR, noun. A person who claims to be a socialist who has a lifestyle deemed inconsistent with such beliefs, implying hypocrisy or lack of commitment.

Dictionary definition

GAUCHE, adjective. Lacking social polish; "too gauche to leave the room when the conversation became intimate"; "their excellent manners always made me feel gauche".

Wise words

However many holy words you read, however many you speak, what good will they do you if you do not act upon them?
Dhammapada