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Gaging
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Simple meaning
What does Gaging mean?
Gaging means measuring, but gauging is more common.
Dictionary definition
Measuring with a gage or gauge; gauging is the more common spelling.
Example sentences
Gaging in a sentence
easy
The technician was gaging the pressure in the pipe.
medium
Many style guides prefer gauging instead of gaging.
hard
Gaging requires careful measurement so the results are accurate.
Synonyms
Words like Gaging
measuringFinding size, amount, or level.
gaugingMore common spelling.
checkingLooking at carefully to find a result.
Antonyms
Opposite words
guessingEstimating without exact measurement.
ignoringNot checking or measuring.
Word family
Gaging word family
Base word
gage
verb
gaging
Ongoing form.
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Practice 1
What does gaging mean?
Gaging means gaging means measuring, but gauging is more common.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses gaging correctly?
Gaging means measuring with a gage or gauge.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to gaging?
Measuring is closest because gaging means checking an amount or level.
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