Meaning & Definition of word "Wage"

Wage

/weɪdʒ/

noun:

  • 1. A fixed regular payment, typically paid on a daily or weekly basis, made by an employer to an employee, especially to workers in manual or unskilled jobs.
    • Example: The workers earned a wage that allowed them to support their families.
  • 2. The amount of money earned for work done, often expressed as an hourly rate.
    • Example: Her hourly wage increased after she completed her training.
  • 3. Compensation or payment received for services rendered.
    • Example: The minimum wage has been a topic of debate among lawmakers.

verb:

  • 1. To carry on or engage in a campaign, contest, or conflict.
    • Example: They decided to wage a campaign against the proposed law.
  • 2. To conduct or carry out (a war, battle, etc.).
    • Example: The forces waged war for several years before reaching a ceasefire.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old North French 'wagier', related to 'gage', meaning to pledge.

Common Phrases and Expressions

wage war:

to engage in conflict or struggle, especially in a military context.

minimum wage:

the lowest legal payment that can be made to workers.

wage increase:

an increase in the amount of money paid to an employee.

Related Words

salary:

A fixed regular payment, typically paid monthly or biweekly.

remuneration:

Compensation or payment received for services.

Slang Meanings of wage

Meaning: Cheddar

Example Sentence: I need to make some cheddar to pay my bills.

Meaning: Dough

Example Sentence: He's bringing home the dough with his new job.