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   Gage, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Gaged (gājd); p. pr & vb. n. Gaging (gāˈjĭng).] [Cf. F. gager. See Gage, n., a pledge.]
   1. To give or deposit as a pledge or security for some act; to wage or wager; to pawn or pledge. [Obs.]
   
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   A moiety competent
   
   Was gaged by our king. Shak.
   
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   2. To bind by pledge, or security; to engage.
   
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   Great debts
   
   Wherein my time, sometimes too prodigal,
   
   Hath left me gaged. Shak.
   
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