Synonyms for

Goose

Verb / gu:s / Another word for goose — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a waterbird with a long neck, webbed feet, and a broad bill

Synonyms & similar words

twat bozo jackass zany goof cuckoo goofball fathead bird waterfowl fowl webfoot gander graylag greylag brant brent cackler honker muscovy

Synonyms by register

Informal

bird fowl

Literary

waterfowl avian

Antonyms

duck chicken hen gander

Common collocations

  • wild goose
  • Canada goose
  • domestic goose
  • goosebumps
  • goose egg
  • fat goose
  • roast goose

Word family

noun goose
verb goose

Usage note

While 'goose' can be used informally to refer to any large water bird, its primary meaning is the specific waterfowl. The verb 'to goose' means to nudge or prod someone, often playfully or mischievously.

Example sentences

  1. The goose waddled over to the pond.
  2. We saw a flock of geese flying south for the winter.
  3. The farmer raised geese for their eggs and meat.
  4. The goose's feathers were soft and fluffy.
  5. The mother goose sat on her eggs to keep them warm.

Quotes

  • "The goose that lays the golden eggs is an exemplary bird but it is generally held to be a little too expensive." - Mark Twain
  • "People who fly into a rage always make a bad landing." - Will Rogers
  • "What is sauce for the goose is sauce for the gander." - Chaucer

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