Wage Definition & Meaning

wage
noun
  1. something that remunerates; "wages were paid by check"; "he wasted his pay on drink"; "they saved a quarter of all their earnings"
verb
  1. carry on (wars, battles, or campaigns); "Napoleon and Hitler waged war against all of Europe"

"Wage" in song lyrics

See how wage is used in real songs:

  • "So why the hell she makin' minimum wage?"
    69 Boyz — Survival of Da Fittest
  • "Twenty-one years of AGE, not with minimum WAGE"
    Akinyele — Outta State
  • "Breaking the stage, make a million dollar wage"
    Big Pokey f/ Big Steve — Range Rover

Words that rhyme with wage

Usage tips for "wage"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "wage" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for wage to find words that pair well.

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