gouge

¹gouge

noun \ˈgau̇j\

Definition of GOUGE

1

: a chisel with a concavo-convex cross section

2

a : the act of gouging b : a groove or cavity scooped out

3

: an excessive or improper exaction : extortion

Examples of GOUGE

1. The accident left a big gouge in the side of the car.

Origin of GOUGE

Middle English gowge, from Middle French gouge, from Late Latin gulbia

First Known Use: 14th century

Other Building Terms

batten, cistern, hearth, lath, transom, wainscot

Rhymes with GOUGE

scrouge