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Definition of depth gauge
depth gauge
Plural:depth gauges
depth gauge Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A pressure-sensitive instrument used to measure and display the distance below the surface of a body of water, essential for scuba diving and submarine navigation.
Example
"The diver continuously checked her depth gauge to ensure she did not descend beyond her planned safety limits."
2
A precision measuring tool used in machining, engineering, and carpentry to determine the exact depth of a hole, groove, or recess.
Example
"The machinist used a micrometer depth gauge to verify that the drilled holes met the strict aerospace specifications."
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Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Depth gauge. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/depth gauge