Plural of gouge
regular plural
The plural of gouge is gouges.
Forms of gouge
| Singular | gouge /ˈɡaʊ̯d͡ʒ/ |
|---|---|
| Plural | gouges /ˈɡaʊd͡ʒəz/ |
| Countable | countable and uncountable |
Gouges in a sentence
- Now hollow out the inside of the boat with a gouge or gouges. ("Firmer" gouges, ground on the outside of the curve, are used.1922 August, H. Hambley Tregoning, “A Model 18-Footer Yacht, and How to Build and Sail Her”, in The Boy’s Own Paper, volume XLV, part 10...
- The typical enucleator gouges the eyes out, but he doesn't normally take them with him.2009, Criminal Minds, "The Eyes Have It", Season 5, Episode 6 (DVD subtitles). From the entry enucleator
- The paper also included a completed scene diagram, included a wrecked tractor and semi-trailer, damaged asphalt area, gouges, skip lines, and displaced Jersey barrier sections.2013, Donald E. Struble, Automotive Accident Reconstruction: Practices and Principles, →ISBN. From the entry jersey barrier
Meaning of gouge
- noun A chisel with a curved blade for cutting or scooping channels, grooves, or holes in wood, stone, etc.
- noun A bookbinder's tool with a curved face, used for blind tooling or gilding.
- noun An incising tool that cuts blanks or forms for envelopes, gloves, etc., from leather, paper, or other materials.
Questions about the plural of gouge
- What is the plural of gouge?
- The plural of gouge is gouges.
- Is gouge countable?
- Gouge is a countable and uncountable noun.
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