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.
Synonyms
  • zero
  • nil
  • nothing
  • blank
  • nought