gauge
Third Person
gauges
Present Participle
gauging
Past Tense
gauged
Past Participle
gauged
1
to roughly estimate quantities or time
transitive
- She gauges the amount of ingredients needed for the recipe based on experience.
- The meteorologist gauges the likelihood of rain by analyzing weather patterns.
- He gauges the time it takes to complete a task based on previous similar projects.
- The investor gauges the potential return on investment by studying market trends.
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2
to determine the size or dimensions of an object using a measuring tool or device
transitive
- The engineer gauged the depth of the river using a sonar device.
- The technician used a caliper to gauge the thickness of the metal plate.
- She carefully gauged the diameter of the pipe using a micrometer.
- The craftsman gauged the length of the wood before cutting it.
- The surveyor gauged the distance between the two landmarks using a laser tool.
3
to assess or verify whether something meets specific requirements or standards
transitive
- The engineer gauged the parts to check if they were within the acceptable tolerance limits.
- The team gauges the components to ensure they fit the system correctly.
- The designer gauges the prototypes to confirm they align with the original concept.
- The technician gauges the circuit board to ensure it meets the required specifications.
- The quality control team gauges each product to ensure it meets the factory’s specifications.
4
to prepare or mix plaster in the correct proportions to achieve a desired setting time
transitive
- He carefully gauged the plaster ingredients to meet the required drying time.
- The mason gauged the plaster for the wall, ensuring it would cure within the specified time.
- The builder gauged the mixture of plaster to ensure it would set firmly before application.
- They needed to gauge the plaster accurately for the intricate mold they were making.
- The plasterer gauged the proportions of water and powder to get the ideal consistency.
5
to estimate or measure the volume or content of something
transitive
- He gauged the fuel level in the tank to see if they could make it to the next station.
- The builder gauged the cement needed to cover the floor area.
- She gauged the volume of paint required to cover the entire wall.
- The builder gauged the cement needed to cover the floor area.
- The scientist gauged the water level in the beaker before adding more chemicals.
6
to shape or carve bricks or stone to the required form or size
transitive
- The mason gauged the stones to fit perfectly in the wall.
- He carefully gauged the brick edges to ensure they aligned with the design.
- The craftsman gauged the stone to create a smooth, even surface.
- They used specialized tools to gauge the marble into intricate shapes.
- The stonecutter gauged the block of granite to match the architectural plan.