Definition of goose
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: any of numerous large waterfowl (family Anatidae) that are intermediate between the swans and ducks and have long necks, feathered lores, and reticulate tarsi
b
: a female goose as distinguished from a gander
4
plural gooses
: a poke between the buttocks
goose
verb
goosed; goosing
Definition of goose (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: to poke between the buttocks with an upward thrust
2
: to increase the activity, speed, power, intensity, or amount of : spur
an effort to goose newsstand sales
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The first known use of goose was before the 12th century
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