Meaning of the word waged in English

What does waged mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

waged

US /weɪdʒd/
UK /weɪdʒd/

Verb

to engage in or carry on (a war or campaign)

Example:
The country waged a long and costly war against its invaders.
They waged a campaign to raise awareness about climate change.