First Known Use: 14th century
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1gage
noun \ˈgāj\
Definition of GAGE
1
: a token of defiance; specifically : a glove or cap cast on the ground to be taken up by an opponent as a pledge of combat
2
: something deposited as a pledge of performance
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Origin of GAGE
Middle English, pledge, reward, from Anglo-French — more at wage
2gage
verb
3gage
Definition of GAGE
variant of gauge
4gage
noun
Definition of GAGE
First Known Use of GAGE
1847
Gage
biographical name \ˈgāj\
Definition of GAGE
Thomas 1721–1787 British gen. & colonial gov. in America
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Definition of GAGE for Kids
variant of gauge
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