gouge meaning and definition

GOUGE noun

Definition of gouge (noun)

1. an impression in a surface (as made by a blow)
   • synonyms: dent, ding, nick
2. and edge tool with a blade like a trough for cutting channels or grooves
3. the act of gouging

GOUGE verb

Definition of gouge (verb)

1. force with the thumb
   • "gouge out his eyes"
   • synonyms: force out
2. obtain by coercion or intimidation
   • "They extorted money from the executive by threatening to reveal his past to the company boss"; "They squeezed money from the owner of the business by threatening him"
   • synonyms: extort, rack, squeeze, wring
3. make a groove in
   • synonyms: rout