gauge

/ˈɡeɪdʒ/ · noun

Meaning

A measure; a standard of measure; an instrument to determine dimensions, distance, or capacity; a standard
An act of measuring.
An estimate.
Any instrument for ascertaining or regulating the level, state, dimensions or forms of things
A thickness of sheet metal or wire designated by any of several numbering schemes.
The distance between the rails of a railway.
To measure or determine with a gauge; to measure the capacity of.
To estimate.
To appraise the character or ability of; to judge of.
To draw into equidistant gathers by running a thread through it.
To mix (a quantity of ordinary plaster) with a quantity of plaster of Paris.
To chip, hew or polish (stones, bricks, etc) to a standard size and/or shape.

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