Meaning of the word gander in English

What does gander mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

gander

US /ˈɡæn.dɚ/

UK /ˈɡæn.dər/

a male goose

Example:

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The gander hissed at anyone who came near its nest.

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A flock of geese, with one large gander leading them, crossed the field.

Synonym:

male goose

a quick look

Example:

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Take a gander at this new car!

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He took a quick gander at the newspaper headlines.

Synonym:

glance look peek sight view

to look or glance at something

Example:

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He gandered at the strange object in the sky.

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Let me gander at your new tattoo.

Synonym:

look glance peek gaze stare

Related Word:

take a gander