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gouge

verb, noun

/ɡaʊdʒ/

Meaning

To cut or scoop out a deep hole or groove; to overcharge unfairly.

He accidentally gouged a hole in the wooden table.

price gouging

cut, scoop, dig, chisel, overcharge

fill, repair, fairness

gouge out, gouge a hole, gouge prices, gouge customers

to start or introduce something, especially a new product, service, or event

to take liquid into the mouth and swallow; a beverage

As a verb: to tie a ship so that it stays in place. As a noun: open, uncultivated land.

to make full use of and derive benefit from (a resource); to use someone unfairly for one’s own adva...

to prevent or slow down the progress of something; also, a basket with a lid, typically for laundry.

To examine, inspect, or verify something; also a written order to a bank to pay money.