goose-step
Meanings
noun
- A style of march in which the legs advance in turn without bending the knee, whether as a low quick march or a rigorous high slow march for ceremonial occasions; the various drills associated with these marches.
- A deceptive step that breaks the normal flow of running and allows a player to accelerate and/or change direction quickly while simultaneously confusing the defender.
verb
- To march with a goose-step.
Pronunciation
Word forms
Etymology
From goose + step.
Derived words
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