First Known Use: 14th century
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1gouge
noun \ˈgau̇j\
: a metal tool with a curved, sharp end that is used to cut and shape wood
: a deep cut or hole
Full Definition of GOUGE
1
: a chisel with a concavo-convex cross section
2
a : the act of gouging b : a groove or cavity scooped out
3
: an excessive or improper exaction : extortion
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Origin of GOUGE
Middle English gowge, from Middle French gouge, from Late Latin gulbia
Rhymes with GOUGE
2gouge
verb
: to cut a deep hole in (something)
: to make (a deep hole) in something
: to make (someone) pay too much money for something
gougedgoug·ing
Full Definition of GOUGE
transitive verb
1
: to scoop out with or as if with a gouge
2
a : to force out (an eye) with the thumb b : to thrust the thumb into the eye of
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First Known Use of GOUGE
1570
Related to GOUGE
- Synonyms
- overcharge, soak, sting, surcharge
- Antonyms
- undercharge
GOUGE[1] Defined for Kids
1gouge
noun \ˈgau̇j\
Definition of GOUGE for Kids
1
: a chisel with a curved blade for scooping or cutting holes
2
: a hole or groove made by cutting or scraping
2gouge
verb
gougedgoug·ing
Definition of GOUGE for Kids
: to make a hole or groove in something by cutting or scraping
Medical Dictionary
gouge
noun \ˈgau̇j\
Medical Definition of GOUGE
: a chisel with a concavo-convex cross section for removing portions of bone in surgery
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