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A standard or scale of measurement.
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A standard dimension, quantity, or capacity.
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An instrument for measuring or testing.
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A means of estimating or evaluating; a test: a gauge of character. See Synonyms at standard.
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Nautical The position of a vessel in relation to another vessel and the wind.
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