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goatish

American  
[goh-tish] / ˈgoʊ tɪʃ /

adjective

  1. of or like a goat.

  2. lustful; lecherous.


goatish British  
/ ˈɡəʊtɪʃ /

adjective

  1. of, like, or relating to a goat

  2. archaic lustful or lecherous

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Etymology

Origin of goatish

First recorded in 1520–30; goat + -ish 1

Example Sentences

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Poonachi’s attraction to another kid and her hatred of the yoke are translated into human language only lightly covered in goatish fur.

From Washington Post Nov. 25, 2019

The twinkle might mean “follow me and learn the secret of my goatish vigor” or it might mean “I want to eat your belt.”

From New York Times Dec. 16, 2014

It was partly human, beyond a doubt, with very manlike hands and head, and the goatish, chinless face had the stamp of the Whateleys upon it.

From Salon Apr. 11, 2013

He frequently sounded cranky and goatish in that Q. and A., but perhaps he’s allowed.

From New York Times Mar. 13, 2012

The goatish goatherd clambered up the wall, toes in the chinks, and slipped through to the storeroom.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer

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