goose
Aussprache: [ɡuːs]
Wort
Kontext: „animals“
(noun) a large bird that is often found swimming on lakes or flying in the sky. Geese are known for their honking sounds and for flying in a V shape during migration.
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We saw a group of geese swimming in the pond yesterday.
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There weren't any geese at the park when we went to look for them.
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Have you ever seen a goose up close?
Kontext: „slang“
(noun) an informal way to refer to a silly or foolish person. If someone is acting a bit goofy, you might call them a goose.
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My little brother was acting like a goose at the party, making everyone laugh.
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She didn't want to be called a goose because she was trying to be serious.
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Do you think he is just being a goose, or is he really confused?
Kontext: „games“
(verb) to poke someone in a funny way, usually in their sides, making them jump or laugh. This can happen when playing around with friends or siblings.
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I goosed my friend during the game, and we both laughed.
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He didn't like it when I goose him, so I stopped.
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Did you goose anyone when you were playing?
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