gosling

/ˈɡɒslɪŋ/

Definitions

1. noun

A young goose, especially one that has recently hatched.

“The goslings waddled behind their mother as she led them to the pond.”

2. noun

A young or inexperienced person, especially one who is new to a particular activity or profession.

“The young journalist was still a gosling in the world of politics, but she was eager to learn.”

Synonyms

  • gosling
  • guppy
  • youngling

Antonyms

  • adult
  • mature