/ Dictionary / Index S strain gauge: Meaning and Definition of Find definitions for: strain' gauge" Pronunciation: (strān'mē"tur), [key] a type of extensometer designed for geophysical use. Also called Random House Unabridged Dictionary, Copyright © 1997, by Random House, Inc., on Infoplease. strainer straining arch Related Content Daily Word Quiz: endear Analogy of the Day: Today’s Analogy Spelling Bee: Today’s Spelling Bee Frequently Misspelled Words Frequently Mispronounced Words Easily Confused Words Writing & Language