Definition

1. Noun:

   • A unit of force: A measurement equal to the force of gravity on Earth's surface; used to express the force experienced by an object during acceleration, especially in aviation and space contexts.

2. Verb:

   • To command a horse: To give a command, typically the word "gee," directing a horse or draft animal to turn to the right.
   • To turn right: (Of a horse or similar animal) to move to the right side in response to the command.

3. Interjection:

   • An exclamation of surprise or emphasis: An informal exclamation expressing surprise, enthusiasm, or encouragement (e.g., "Gee, that's great!").
   • A command to an animal: Used as a shout to instruct an animal, especially a horse, to move forward or to the right.

Examples of Usage

• Noun: The pilot experienced forces of up to 6 gee during the maneuver. A rapid turn can subject the human body to several gees.

• Verb: The driver shouted "Gee!" to make the oxen turn right. The old horse geed perfectly when the farmer gave the command.

• Interjection: Gee, I didn't expect to see you here! "Gee up!" he cried, urging the horse to go faster.

Advanced Usage

• "Gee whiz": An exclamation expressing wonder, surprise, or enthusiasm, often considered a mild, old-fashioned euphemism. Gee whiz, look at the size of that cake!

• "Gee and haw": A pair of traditional commands for directing draft animals; "gee" means to turn right, and "haw" means to turn left. Learning to gee and haw is essential for driving a team of oxen.

Variants and Related Words

• Gee-gee (noun, informal): A child's word for a horse. The little girl was excited to ride the gee-gee at the fair.

• Gee-up (interjection): A command for a horse to start moving or go faster. With a loud "gee-up," the carriage started down the road.

Synonyms

• Noun (Force): g-force, gravitational force.
• Verb (Command): direct, steer.
• Interjection (Surprise): wow, gosh, jeez.

Related Phrasal Verbs/Commands

(Note: As an interjection/command, "gee" often stands alone or combines into fixed phrases rather than forming phrasal verbs.) - Gee off (rare/regional): To start moving or to go away. He told the dog to gee off and stop bothering the chickens.

Related Idioms

• "Gee willikers": An old-fashioned, exaggerated exclamation of surprise or amazement.

Noun

1. a unit of force equal to the force exerted by gravity; used to indicate the force to which a body is subjected when it is accelerated

Verb

1. give a command to a horse to turn to the right side
2. turn to the right side
   • the horse geed