What does moose mean?
Moose means The largest member of the deer family (Alces americanus, sometimes included in Alces alces), of which the male has very large, palmate antlers..
Moose
/muːs/ · noun
Meaning
The largest member of the deer family (Alces americanus, sometimes included in Alces alces), of which the male has very large, palmate antlers..
Definitions by Sense
- The largest member of the deer family (Alces americanus, sometimes included in Alces alces), of which the male has very large, palmate antlers.
- Any of the extinct moose-like deer of the genera Cervalces and Libralces.
- (figuratively, derogatory, colloquial) An ugly person.
- (US, military, slang) An Asian girl taken as a lover.
Example Sentences
We saw a moose at the edge of the woods.
Europe’s giant beavers lived at the same time as the first moose, Libralces gallicus.
In military bases in the rear areas it was common for soldiers to have a moose.
Even the lowest ranked serviceman, because of his salary, benefits, and status as an American occupationaire, could afford to “maintain a ‘Moose’ and still take care of his other obligations.”
Synonyms for moose
Antonyms for moose
Related Words
Word Forms
- moose
- mooses
- meese
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for moose?
Common synonyms include elk, Newfoundland speed bump, alces alces, european elk.
What is the opposite of moose?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use moose in a sentence?
We saw a moose at the edge of the woods.
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