gooseneck

noun

goose·​neck ˈgüs-ˌnek 

often attributive

1

: something (such as a flexible jointed metal pipe) curved like the neck of a goose or U-shaped

2

: a truck trailer (as for transporting livestock) with a projecting front end designed to attach to the bed of a pickup truck

goosenecked

ˈgüs-ˌnekt 

adjective

Examples of gooseneck in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

That was not the case in my pollinator garden, where the gooseneck loosestrife ran roughshod over a patch of hostas and had to be removed. —Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Apr. 2025

These heat-resistant models have a gooseneck design that offers greater flexibility for your specific lighting needs. —Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2025

The tiny house is based on a double-axle gooseneck trailer so should be a bit easier to tow than a standard bumper pull trailer and suit those who want to enjoy regular travel. —Adam Williams, New Atlas, 5 Mar. 2025

And while most gooseneck kettles would do a passable job, the Stagg’s precision and control really do elevate the experience. —Jesse Raub, Bon Appétit, 12 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1688, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

gooseneck

noun

goose·​neck ˈgü-ˌsnek 

: something (as a flexible jointed metal pipe) curved like the neck of a goose or U-shaped

goosenecked

-ˌsnekt 

adjective