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Gouged

Verb / gaʊdʒd / Another word for gouged — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The word 'gouged' means to make a deep hole or groove, usually by forcefully digging or cutting out.

Synonyms & similar words

forceout squeeze wring gouge extort rout rack carved cut chiseled hollowed dug excavated scored incised pierced pitted scratched slashed stabbed punctured perforated marked grooved notched caved

Example sentences

  1. He gouged his initials into the tree trunk.
  2. The bird gouged a hole in the ground to find worms.
  3. She accidentally gouged her finger with a sharp knife.
  4. The sculpture gouged out the eyes to create a realistic effect.
  5. The hiker gouged a path through the dense forest.

Quotes

  • The artist gouged the canvas with expressive strokes.
  • He gouged out his eyes to escape the horrors he saw.
  • The robber gouged a hole in the wall to gain entry.

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