nanny goat
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of nanny goat
1780–90 nanny
Example Sentences
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The arrival of the nanny goat is not yet confirmed until the couple have a chat to his owner.
From BBC • Feb. 14, 2024
The couple, from Bitteswell, Leicestershire, are also set to meet a nanny goat on the same day, who could also join the family.
From BBC • Feb. 14, 2024
James Whetlor, the supplier responsible for bringing goat to the attention of many chefs, recommends buyers ask for kid or nanny goat – “they behave quite differently in the pot”.
From The Guardian • Apr. 9, 2018
In the Greek telling, baby Zeus was raised by nymphs and a magical nanny goat.
From Washington Post
“Soon the farmer came out. ‘Good morning, my fine nanny goat.
From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer
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