geese
n. countable A2 Elementary US //ˈɡis// UK //ɡˈiːs// geese
n. the plural form of 'goose'. These are large water birds with long necks that often fly together in a V-shape.
n. the plural of 'goose'; refers to large waterfowl of the family Anatidae. The term is irregular in its pluralisation, following an ancient Germanic pattern of vowel change.
A large flock of geese landed in the field.
The geese migrate south every winter to find warmer weather and more food.
While the domestic varieties are often kept for their eggs and down, wild geese are known for their complex social structures and loud, honking calls during flight.
Usage
Irregular plural of 'goose'.
Pitfall
I saw three goosesI saw three geeseThe plural of 'goose' is irregular and uses 'geese' rather than adding '-s'.