1. a large waterbird with a long neck, webbed feet, and a broad bill
2. the meat of a goose used as food
3. a foolish person
Usage: informal

1. to poke or pinch someone playfully in the ribs or buttocks
Usage: informal
2. to increase the speed or power of something suddenly
Usage: informal

Examples

• The geese flew south for the winter.
• We had roast goose for Christmas dinner.
• Don’t be such a goose – it’s perfectly safe.
• He goosed his friend when he wasn’t looking.
• The pilot goosed the engine to gain altitude.
• A flock of geese landed on the pond.
• She felt like a goose for forgetting her keys again.