1. A plant of the genus Plantago, especially Plantago maritima, with narrow leaves resembling a goose's tongue; also called seaside plantain.
Usage: chiefly botanical or regional; plural form; singular is goosetongue
2. A culinary preparation or dish made from the edible leaves or shoots of certain plants, historically used in European cuisine.
Usage: archaic or historical; rare in modern usage

Examples

• Goosetongues grow naturally in coastal salt marshes and sandy areas.
• The botanist identified several specimens of goosetongues along the shoreline.
• In medieval times, goosetongues were sometimes prepared as a vegetable dish.
• The narrow leaves of goosetongues are adapted to saline environments.
• Coastal foragers have traditionally harvested goosetongues for food.