Re: Gage vs. Gauge
Does anyone have a very specific definition and set of examples that
differentiate GAGE and GAUGE?
AP Style Guide says:
A gage is a security or a pledge.
A gauge is a device to measure something.
A gauge is also a term used to designate the size of shotguns (the number of round lead balls with a diameter equal to the size of the barrel).
According to AWG (American Wire Gauge) standards, wire sizes are specified in gauges...28 gauge, 10 gauge, etc.
Hope this helps.
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