Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mother-goose
noun
/ˈmʌðər ˌɡuːs/
Definition
A term referring to a traditional figure in children’s literature known for nursery rhymes and fairy tales.
Examples
- Mother Goose is known for classic rhymes such as ‘Hickory Dickory Dock.’
- The stories from Mother Goose have been passed down through generations.
- In some cultures, Mother Goose symbolizes childhood innocence and imagination.
Meaning
Mother Goose is often depicted as an old woman who tells stories and sings rhymes to children. The term is commonly associated with a collection of traditional nursery rhymes.
Synonyms
- Nursery rhyme
- Storyteller
- Folk tales
