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gauges

The word “gauges” has 2 syllables: gaug-es

It's pronounced as /ˈɡeɪdʒɪz/

What is synonym and antonym for gauges?

In the thesaurus, “gauges” has 17 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for gauges along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for gauges

  • calculates
  • dials
  • estimates
  • examples
  • faces
  • figures
  • guidelines
  • indexes
  • indicators
  • indices
  • judges
  • measures
  • mirrors
  • principles
  • scales
  • standards
  • touchstones

Antonyms for gauges

  • measures
  • scales

Meanings of gauges

  • noun
    1. A measure; a standard of measure; an instrument to determine dimensions, distance, or capacity; a standard.
    2. An act of measuring.
    3. An estimate.
    4. Any instrument for ascertaining or regulating the level, state, dimensions or forms of things.
    5. A thickness of sheet metal or wire designated by any of several numbering schemes.
    6. The distance between the rails of a railway.
    7. A semi-norm; a function that assigns a non-negative size to all vectors in a vector space.
    8. The number of stitches per inch, centimetre, or other unit of distance.
    9. Relative positions of two or more vessels with reference to the wind.
    10. The depth to which a vessel sinks in the water.
    11. (plastering) The quantity of plaster of Paris used with common plaster to make it set more quickly.
    12. That part of a shingle, slate, or tile, which is exposed to the weather, when laid; also, one course of such shingles, slates, or tiles.
    13. A unit of measurement which describes how many spheres of bore diameter of a shotgun can be had from one pound of lead; 12 gauge is roughly equivalent to .75 caliber.
    14. (by extension) A shotgun (synecdoche for 12 gauge shotgun, the most common chambering for combat and hunting shotguns).
    15. A tunnel-like ear piercing consisting of a hollow ring embedded in the lobe.

Example Sentences

  • The mechanic checked the gauges on the dashboard to ensure everything was functioning properly.
  • She adjusted the gauges on the heating system to maintain the right temperature.
  • The technician used several gauges to measure the pressure of the machine.
  • The gauges on the instrument panel indicated that the engine was overheating.
  • He carefully read the gauges to assess the fuel levels before starting the journey.

On this page you'll find 19 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to gauges, such as: calculates, dials, estimates, examples, faces, figures, guidelines.

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