English Explanatory Dictionary

goosebone

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The breastbone of a goose, once popularly believed to indicate the coming winter weather by its markings and coloration after cooking.

Word forms

goosebone goosebones

Etymology

goose + bone

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