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GOUGES

(noun, verb)
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There are 6 meanings of the word Gouges.

Gouges - as a noun

An impression in a surface (as made by a blow)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dent5ding6nick10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
blemish14defect12mar5
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

And edge tool with a blade like a trough for cutting channels or grooves

The act of gouging

Gouges - as a verb

Force with the thumb

Example: "Gouge out his eyes"

Obtain by coercion or intimidation

Example: "They extorted money from the executive by threatening to reveal his past to the company boss"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
extort13rack10squeeze25wring9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fleece11gazump20hook11overcharge19pluck13plume9rob5soak8surcharge15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Make a groove in

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rout4

Example Sentences

"She accidentally gouges the wall while moving furniture."
"The hiker gouges the tree bark to mark his trail."
"He angrily gouges his initials into the wooden table."
"The cat gouges the upholstery with its claws."
"The sculptor expertly gouges the stone to create intricate details."
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Word Game Points

Is GOUGES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gouges is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GOUGES has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is GOUGES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gouges is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GOUGES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is GOUGES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gouges is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GOUGES has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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