GOUGES
/ɡaʊdʒəz/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of GOUGES
Senses relating to cutting tools.
A cut or groove, as left by a gouge or something sharp.
"The nail left a deep gouge in the tire."
(originally United States) An act of gouging.
To make a groove, hole, or mark in by scooping with or as if with a gouge.
"Japanese and Chinese printers used to gouge characters in wood."
To cheat or impose upon; in particular, to charge an unfairly or unreasonably high price.
"The company has no competition, so it tends to gouge its customers."
To dig or scoop (something) out with or as if with a gouge; in particular, to use a thumb to push or try to push the eye (of a person) out of its socket.
Examples of GOUGES in a Sentence
- "The nail left a deep gouge in the tire."
- "Japanese and Chinese printers used to gouge characters in wood."
- "The company has no competition, so it tends to gouge its customers."
Word Details
Is GOUGES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, GOUGES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: GOUGES uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for GOUGES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | g | o | u | g | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in GOUGES
35 words from the letters in GOUGES
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How to Use GOUGES in Word Games
GOUGES is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, GOUGES is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble GOUGES to find 35 additional valid words.