What does GOOSE mean?
Goose
- Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb
- Definitions:
- (Noun) A waterbird with a long neck and webbed feet, typically larger than a duck and having a honking call.
- (Verb) To poke or prod (someone) playfully, especially in the ribs.
- Pronunciations:
- US: /ɡus/
- UK: /ɡuːs/
- Origin and Usage:
- The word "goose" originated from the Old English word "gōs" and has been used since the 9th century to refer to the bird. The verb form of "goose" has been used since the 16th century to mean "to poke or prod someone playfully."
- "Goose" is commonly used in idiomatic expressions, such as "to cook someones goose" (to ruin someones plans) and "wild goose chase" (a hopeless pursuit).
- Synonyms:
- (Noun) Gander, bird, waterfowl
- (Verb) Nudge, poke, prod
- Related Words:
- Swan
- Ducks
- Chick
- Birds
- Crows
- Example Sentences:
- The geese flew south for the winter.
- He goosed her playfully in the ribs.
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