goose bumps

or goose·bumps

[ goos-buhmps ]

plural noun

1. a rough condition of the skin, resembling that of a plucked goose, induced by cold or fear; horripilation.

Word History and Origins

Origin of goose bumps¹

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

"Every time I look at it, I get goose bumps all over my skin," the 44-year-old says.

From BBC

“It still gives me goose bumps,” he said.

From New York Times

“Goose bumps. It’s incredible,” MacIntyre said.

From Seattle Times

“It’s the haints,” I say, hoping that’ll get rid of the goose bumps.

From Literature

“It gives me goose bumps when I think about that scene,” Thornton said.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• goose flesh
• goose pimples
• gooseflesh
• horripilation