Definition

1. Noun:
   • A device for measuring and indicating fluid pressure: A "pressure gage" is an instrument that measures the force exerted by a fluid (liquid or gas) per unit area and displays this measurement.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The engineer checked the pressure gage to ensure the system was operating safely.
  • A faulty pressure gage can lead to inaccurate readings and potential hazards.

Advanced Usage

• "to read the pressure gage": to look at and interpret the measurement shown on the instrument.
  • The technician read the pressure gage and recorded the value in the logbook.

Variants and Related Words

• Pressure gauge: This is a common alternative spelling for "pressure gage." Both terms refer to the same instrument.
• Manometer: A specific type of pressure gage, often used for measuring gas pressure or pressure differences.
• Bourdon gauge: A common mechanical type of pressure gage that uses a coiled tube.

Synonyms

• Pressure indicator: A device that shows pressure levels.
• Pressure meter: An instrument for measuring pressure.

Related Phrases

• "under pressure": experiencing stress or being subjected to physical force. (Note: This is a common idiom using the word "pressure," not a direct phrasal verb with "pressure gage." The target term "pressure gage" itself is a compound noun and does not typically form phrasal verbs.)
  • The team was under pressure to finish the project on time. (This example uses the word "pressure," not the compound "pressure gage.")

Notes on Usage

• The term "pressure gage" is a compound noun. It is primarily used in technical, engineering, and industrial contexts.
• The spelling "gage" is common in American English, while "gauge" is also widely used and accepted. Both refer to the same measuring instrument.

Noun

1. gauge for measuring and indicating fluid pressure