C1nounnaturefood
US/ɡuːs/
UK/ɡuːs/
a large water bird with a long neck, kept for its meat or seen flying in groups
In context
A goose and her goslings crossed the road near the lake.
We roasted a goose for Christmas dinner this year.
The goose hissed at the children and chased them away.
Words that go with goose
adjective + noun
- wild gooseA wild goose landed on the pond.
- roast gooseRoast goose is a traditional winter dish.
noun + noun
- Canada gooseA Canada goose built a nest by the path.
- goose featherThe pillow was filled with goose feathers.
- goose bumpsThe cold wind gave me goose bumps all over my arms.
- goose eggA goose egg is much bigger than a hen egg.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
two goosesCorrect: two geese