Pronunciation: /ɡeɪdʒ/

Definitions of gage

noun a measuring instrument or device

Example Sentences

A1 He used a gage to measure the thickness of the wire.

A2 The mechanic checked the tire pressure with a gage.

B1 The carpenter used a gage to ensure the wood was cut to the correct dimensions.

B2 The engineer relied on a gage to monitor the pressure in the pipeline.

C1 The scientist calibrated the gage before conducting the experiment.

C2 The gage provided accurate readings for the temperature fluctuations in the lab.

verb to measure or estimate

Example Sentences

A1 She gaged the distance before jumping.

A2 He gaged the weight of the package before lifting it.

B1 The chef gaged the amount of spices needed for the recipe.

B2 The engineer gaged the strength of the materials before construction.

C1 The scientist gaged the accuracy of the experiment results.

C2 The auditor gaged the financial risk of the investment portfolio.

Examples of gage in a Sentence

formal The jeweler used a gage to measure the dimensions of the diamond.

informal I'll gage how much time we have left before the movie starts.

slang I can't believe he gaged the situation so quickly.

figurative Her smile was a gage of her true feelings.

Grammatical Forms of gage

past tense

gaged

plural

gages

comparative

more gage

superlative

most gage

present tense

gage

future tense

will gage

perfect tense

have gaged

continuous tense

is gaging

singular

gage

positive degree

gage

infinitive

to gage

gerund

gaging

participle

gaged

Origin and Evolution of gage

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old French
Story behind the word: The word 'gage' originated from Old French 'gage' meaning a pledge or security.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'gage' evolved to also include a challenge or a provocation in addition to its original meaning of a pledge or security.