Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

goose-egg

noun

/ˈɡuːs ˌɛɡ/

Definition

A zero score in a game or competition.

Examples

The team finished the game with a goose-egg, unable to score against their opponents.
After missing the target multiple times, she ended up with a goose-egg in the archery competition.

Meaning

The term ‘goose-egg’ is often used to refer to a score of zero, especially in sports or games, indicating that a team or player has not scored any points.