Canada goose

Canada goose
noun Date: 1731 the common wild goose (Branta canadensis) of North America that is chiefly gray and brownish with black head and neck and a white patch running from the sides of the head under the throat

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  • Canada goose — n. the largest wild goose (Branta canadensis) of Canada and the U.S.: it is brownish gray, with black head and neck and a white patch on each side of the face …   English World dictionary

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  • Canada goose — a common wild goose, Branta canadensis, of North America. See illus. under goose. Also, Canadian goose. [1725 35] * * * Brown backed, light breasted goose (Branta canadensis) with black head and neck and white cheeks. Subspecies vary in size,… …   Universalium

  • Canada goose — n. a wild goose, Branta canadensis, of N. America, with a brownish grey body and white cheeks and breast. * * * ˌCanada ˈgoose 7 [Canada goose] noun a common N American ↑goose with a black head and neck …   Useful english dictionary

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  • Canada Goose (clothing) — Canada Goose (Full name: Canada Goose Expedition Clothing Outfitters ) is a manufacturer of extreme cold weather outerwear.Canada Goose has been manufacturing outerwear in Canada since 1957. The C.E.O. of Canada Goose is Dani Reiss. In 2006,… …   Wikipedia

  • Canada goose — Can′ada goose′ n. orn a common wild goose, Branta canadensis, of North America, with white cheek patches • Etymology: 1725–35 …   From formal English to slang

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