Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gouge
verb
/ɡaʊdʒ/
Definition
To make a deep cut or hole in something; to remove material by cutting or scraping.
Examples
- He accidentally gouged the wood while trying to carve it.
- She used a special tool to gouge out the old paint from the window frame.
Meaning
To gouge means to excavate or dig out a portion of a surface, often leading to a significant indent or hole.
Synonyms
- excavate
- core
- cut
- indent
- scrape
