Question

what is meant by gauge​

Answer 1

instrument that measures and gives a visual display of the amount, level, or contents of something.

"a fuel gauge"

synonyms: measuring instrument, measuring device, meter, measure; More

2.

the thickness, size, or capacity of something, especially as a standard measure.

synonyms: size, measure, extent, degree, scope, capacity, magnitude; More

verb

1.

estimate or determine the amount, level, or volume of.

"astronomers can gauge the star's intrinsic brightness"

synonyms: measure, calculate, compute, work out, determine, ascertain; More

2.

measure the dimensions of (an object) with a gauge.

"when dry the assemblies can be gauged exactly"