noun
- plural of gawker; people who stare openly or stupidly, especially at something unusual or striking
Usage: informal; often used with a mildly disapproving tone
Examples
- A crowd of gawkers gathered around the street performer.
- The accident drew gawkers from blocks away.
- The celebrity tried to avoid the gawkers outside the restaurant.
- Gawkers slowed traffic as they stared at the unusual billboard.
- She felt uncomfortable with all the gawkers watching her every move.
- The store window display attracted gawkers throughout the day.