Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
goose-flesh
noun
/ɡuːs flɛʃ/
Definition
The condition of the skin that occurs when the tiny muscles at the base of the hair follicles contract, causing the hairs to stand up.
Examples
- When she heard the eerie sound in the dark, she felt goose-flesh running down her arms.
- His spine tingled with goose-flesh as he watched the thrilling conclusion of the movie.
- The cold wind sent goose-flesh rippling across her skin.
Meaning
Goose-flesh, also known as goosebumps, typically occurs in response to cold or emotional reactions such as fear or excitement.
Synonyms
- goosebumps
- horripilation
- piloerection
