Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
goose-step
noun
/ˈɡuːs stɛp/
Definition
A type of marching where one leg is raised and held straight, while the other leg follows in a stiff manner, often associated with military parades.
Examples
- The soldiers performed the goose-step during the military parade.
- Goose-step is often seen in armies of certain countries as a show of precision.
- During training, recruits learned to execute the goose-step flawlessly.
Meaning
Goose-step refers to a marching style that is characterized by a particular form of leg movement where the legs are straightened and moved in sync.
Synonyms
- Stiff march
- Military march
- Salute march
