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geep

American  
[geep] / gip /

noun

plural

geep
  1. the hybrid offspring of a goat and a sheep.


Etymology

Origin of geep

First recorded in 1970–75; g(oat) + (sh)eep

Example Sentences

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Mr Murphy confirmed that the geep appeared to be healthy and "thriving" and was able to run faster than other lambs that were born around the same time.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2014

However, the geep usually dies during the ewe's pregnancy or is stillborn.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2014

The animal, referred to as a geep, was born about two weeks ago on Paddy Murphy's farm in County Kildare.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2014

He said he witnessed a goat mating with ewes on his farm during "tupping" season five months ago, but had given the matter little thought until the geep appeared,

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2014

"Joost to geep um quiet," observed Mrs. Sieppe.

From McTeague by Norris, Frank