goose pimple
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Definition
Noun A small, temporary bump on the skin caused by the contraction of tiny muscles at the base of body hairs, typically in response to cold, strong emotions, or certain stimuli.
Usage
The term "goose pimple" refers to a single, visible bump on the skin. It is often used in the plural form "goose pimples" to describe the overall skin condition. * You might get a goose pimple from a sudden chill. * The scary story gave her goose pimples all over her arms.
Examples
- A cold wind blew, raising goose pimples on his skin.
- She felt a goose pimple form on her arm when she heard the eerie sound.
- Listening to the beautiful music sent goose pimples down my spine.
Advanced Usage
- To get/have goose pimples: This is the most common phrase to describe the experience.
- I always get goose pimples when I'm nervous.
- Goose-pimpled (adjective): Used to describe skin covered in goose pimples.
- Her arms were goose-pimpled from the cold air.
Variants and Related Words
- Goosebump(s): A more common synonym with identical meaning.
- Gooseflesh: A less common synonym, often describing the overall texture of the skin when covered in bumps, resembling the skin of a plucked goose.
- Horripilation: The formal, medical term for the phenomenon.
Synonyms
- Goosebump
- Gooseflesh
- Horripilation (technical)
Related Idioms
- To give someone goose pimples/bumps: To cause someone to experience this physical reaction, often due to something thrilling, frightening, or emotionally powerful.
- That singer's voice is so amazing, it gives me goose pimples.
Noun
- reflex erection of hairs of the skin in response to cold or emotional stress or skin irritation