What does GAUGE mean?

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Noun, verb

Definitions:

Noun: an instrument for measuring the size, amount, or degree of something; the thickness, size, or capacity of something; a standard width of a railway track.

Verb: estimate or determine the magnitude, amount, or volume of; measure or analyze (a physical quantity) by means of a gauge.

Pronunciations:

US: /ɡeɪdʒ/

UK: /ɡeɪdʒ/

Origin and Usage:

The word "gauge" comes from the Old French word "gauger," meaning "to gauge, measure." It entered the English language in the 15th century. The noun form of "gauge" refers to an instrument used for measuring the size, amount, or degree of something, while the verb form refers to the act of measuring or estimating something. "Gauge" is commonly used in the fields of engineering, construction, and manufacturing.

Synonyms:

Noun: meter, measure, indicator, dial, scale

Verb: measure, estimate, calculate, determine, assess

Related Words:

Range, scale, meter, ruler, level

Example Sentences:

Noun: The fuel gauge on the cars dashboard showed that the tank was almost empty.

Verb: The company needs to gauge the demand for its new product before deciding how many to produce.