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2 definitions found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Shirr \Shirr\, n. (Sewing) A series of close parallel runnings which are drawn up so as to make the material between them set full by gatherings; -- called also {shirring}, and {gauging}. From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Gauge \Gauge\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Gauged}; p. pr & vb n. {Gauging}] [OF. gaugier, F. jauger, cf OF gauge gauge, measuring rod, F. jauge; of uncertain origin; perh. fr an assumed L. qualificare to determine the qualities of a thing (see {Qualify}); but cf also F. jalon a measuring stake in surveying, and E. gallon.] [Written also {gage}.] 1. To measure or determine with a gauge. 2. To measure or to ascertain the contents or the capacity of as of a pipe, barrel, or keg. 3. (Mech.) To measure the dimensions of or to test the accuracy of the form of as of a part of a gunlock. The vanes nicely gauged on each side --Derham. 4. To draw into equidistant gathers by running a thread through it as cloth or a garment. 5. To measure the capacity, character, or ability of to estimate; to judge of You shall not gauge me By what we do to-night. --Shak.
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