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gosling

noun gos·ling \ˈgäz-liŋ, ˈgȯz-, -lən\

: a young goose

Full Definition of GOSLING

1
:  a young goose
2
:  a foolish or callow person
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Origin of GOSLING

Middle English, from gos goose
First Known Use: 14th century

Other Birds Terms

aerie, bunting, clutch, covey, hackle, ratite, rictus, ruff, skein, zygodactyl
GOSLING Defined for Kids

gosling

noun gos·ling \ˈgäz-liŋ\

Definition of GOSLING for Kids

:  a young goose

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4 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. gosling
  2. gosling grass
  3. gosling green
  4. gone goose
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