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goosish en · ADJ

Pronunciation

• /ˈɡuːsɪʃ/

Etymology

From goose + -ish; compare Middle English gosisch.

Meanings

1. Like a goose; somewhat gooselike.
2. (broadly) Foolish.
   • “Don't be goosish.” Lucy was studying the room. 2011, Barbara Metzger, An Angel for the Earl:
   • Don't do anything gooseish, will you?' 'No, and don't you do anything gooseish either!' she retorted. 2008, Georgette Heyer, Charity Girl - Page 23:
   • […] She was always gooseish.” She waved her fan languidly as they made their way through the crowd until they reached the other side of the room. 2012, Candace Camp, The Wedding Challenge:

Forms

Deriveds

goosishness