1. Plural of goosander; large diving ducks with long, slender bills, found in northern regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.
Usage: Chiefly British English; in North America, the species is often called a 'merganser'.; Ornithology term.

Examples

• The goosanders gathered on the frozen lake during winter.
• Birdwatchers spotted several goosanders diving for fish in the river.
• Goosanders are skilled hunters with their distinctive serrated bills.
• The male goosanders display striking black and white plumage.
• Conservation efforts have helped protect goosander populations in northern Europe.