Moose

/muːs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A large, heavily built deer (Alces alces) with long legs and broad, palmate antlers, found in northern regions of North America, Europe, and Asia.

While hiking in the national park, we spotted a moose grazing by the river.

Any of several similar or related species of large deer.

Moose are often seen wandering through the forests of Canada.

An informal term used by some communities for a large, clumsy person or animal.

Don't worry about him; he’s just a big moose who loves to play around.

From the Algonquian word 'moos,' meaning 'he strips (branches of trees)' referring to their feeding habits.

moose crossing:

A warning sign indicating a possible path of moose in the area.

moose season:

A period during which hunting moose is permitted.

like a moose:

Used to describe someone moving clumsily or heavily.

A term used humorously to describe a large person.

He walked in, all big and moose-like, taking up the whole room.

An affectionate term for a big dog.

Look at that moose over there, he’s a big sweetheart!