gander
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Noun — An adult male goose.
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How to use gander
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
"Take a gander" is informal and mostly used in casual speech.
Etymology
From Old English gandra, related to Proto-Germanic roots for "goose" — the "quick look" sense comes from the image of craning your neck like a goose to see something.
Full origin of gander →Frequently asked questions
What does “gander” mean?
The word “gander” means an adult male goose. In plain terms, a male goose, or informally, a glance at something.
How do you pronounce “gander”?
“Gander” is pronounced GAN-duh (/ˈɡæn.dɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “gander” in a sentence?
Here is “gander” used in a sentence: “The gander hissed and chased anyone who came near the pond.”
What part of speech is “gander”?
“Gander” is a noun.
Where does the word “gander” come from?
The word “gander” comes from Old English. From Old English gandra, related to Proto-Germanic roots for "goose" — the "quick look" sense comes from the image of craning your neck like a goose to see something.
How many meanings does “gander” have?
“Gander” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an adult male goose.