goose flesh

See also: gooseflesh

English

Pronunciation

(Canada) IPA^(key): /ˈɡusˌflɛʃ/
(UK) IPA^(key): /ˈɡuːsˌflɛʃ/
CA synth (file)

Noun

goose flesh (uncountable)

Raised skin, usually caused by the involuntary erection of hairs on the neck or arms caused by cold, excitement, or fear.

Synonyms

(raised flesh): gooseflesh, goose bumps, goose pimples, goose skin, horripilation, pilomotor reflex

Translations

goose pimple — see goose pimple

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