The difference between Gaffe and Thinko

When used as nouns, gaffe means a foolish and embarrassing error, especially one made in public, whereas thinko means a careless mistake made in thinking.


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  1. Gaffe as a noun:

    A foolish and embarrassing error, especially one made in public.

  1. Thinko as a noun (slang):

    A careless mistake made in thinking.

    Examples:

    "I must have done quite a thinko, but I don't remember leaving my keys in the refrigerator."