goose

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Meaning · English

A silly person.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

I'm sorry for you, but you're such a goose.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “goose” mean?

A silly person.

Is “goose” formal or informal?

goose is generally slang.