GOOSE
/ˈɡuːs/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of GOOSE
Any of various grazing waterfowl of the family Anatidae, which have feathers and webbed feet and are capable of flying, swimming, and walking on land, and which are bigger than ducks.
"There is a flock of geese on the pond."
A female goose (sense 1).
The flesh of the goose used as food.
To sharply poke or pinch someone's buttocks. Derived from a goose's inclination to bite at a retreating intruder's hindquarters.
To stimulate, to spur.
To gently accelerate an automobile or machine, or give repeated small taps on the accelerator.
Examples of GOOSE in a Sentence
- "There is a flock of geese on the pond."
Word Details
Is GOOSE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, GOOSE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: GOOSE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for GOOSE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | g | o | o | s | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in GOOSE
26 words from the letters in GOOSE
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use GOOSE in Word Games
GOOSE is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, GOOSE is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble GOOSE to find 26 additional valid words.