GOUGES

/ɡaʊdʒəz/

6-letter word · 8 Scrabble points · 11 Words With Friends points

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Meaning of GOUGES

noun
  1. Senses relating to cutting tools.
  2. A cut or groove, as left by a gouge or something sharp.
    "The nail left a deep gouge in the tire."
verb
  1. To make a groove, hole, or mark in by scooping with or as if with a gouge.
    "Japanese and Chinese printers used to gouge characters in wood."
  2. To cheat or impose upon; in particular, to charge an unfairly or unreasonably high price.
    "The company has no competition, so it tends to gouge its customers."
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About the word GOUGES

Is "GOUGES" a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. "GOUGES" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends.

How many points is "GOUGES" worth?

In Scrabble, "GOUGES" is worth 8 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 11 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 24.

What does "GOUGES" mean?

Senses relating to cutting tools.

Does "GOUGES" have any anagrams?

No, "GOUGES" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.