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Vocabulary Entry
gauge
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A device for measuring or testing something.
Example Sentences
"The mechanic used a gauge to check the tire pressure."
"An altimeter gauge shows the altitude of the aircraft."
"He bought a new moisture gauge for his gardening."
V
verb
To measure or assess something.
Example Sentences
"We need to gauge the reaction of the audience."
"She gauges her success by the happiness of her clients."
"It's important to gauge the amount of paint needed for the project."
A
adjective
Referring to a specific measurement or standard.
Example Sentences
"The gauge pressure is measured relative to atmospheric pressure."
"Make sure to use the gauge size for the screws you are using."
"He prefers a gauge setting that allows for precise adjustments."