goatee
noun
a man's beard trimmed to a tuft or point on the chin.
goatees
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pluralof goatee.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Various reports say about one-third of American men are fully bearded, with the numbers inching toward half if you count goatees and heavy stubble.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 3, 2026
One aggravating visual tic is that most of the male characters are photocopies of each other, a stack of handsome men with sandy brown goatees.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 11, 2025
I have had various beards and goatees over most of the 50 years of our marriage.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 24, 2023
When considering the most unsightly grooming trends – goatees, hairstyles, aftershave and red trousers, say – immediately, those who've worn them well also spring to mind.
From The Guardian ● Jul. 25, 2014
Flannels, goatees, and combat boots were in; bodysuits, Hypercolor, and perms were on their way out.
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
