Meaning & Definition of word "Gage"

Gage

/ɡeɪdʒ/

1. A pledge or security for a loan or obligation.
- Example: He used his property as a gage to secure the loan.
2. A measure or standard, especially for assessing something.
- Example: The scale serves as a gage for determining the severity of the situation.
3. A tool or instrument used to measure dimensions, capacity, or quantity.
- Example: The mechanic used a gage to check the tire pressure.

1. To measure or estimate the amount, level, or volume of something.
- Example: They needed to gage the response of the audience to the presentation.
2. To pledge or to give as a security.
- Example: He decided to gage his savings in order to start the business.

Middle English 'gage', from Old French 'gage' meaning 'pledge'.

throw down the gage:

To issue a challenge.

gage one's heart:

To pledge or commit emotionally.

wager:

A bet or stake on the outcome of an event.

pledge:

A solemn promise or agreement.

Meaning: To assess something informally.

Example Sentence: I need to gage if this party is worth going to.

Meaning: A bit of a challenge or test.

Example Sentence: That's a tough gage you set for him.