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Definitions from WordNet

Noun moose has 1 sense
  1. elk, European elk, moose, Alces alces - large northern deer with enormous flattened antlers in the male; called elk in Europe and moose in North America
    --1 is a kind of deer, cervid
    --1 is a member of Alces, genus Alces

Definitions from the Web

Moose

Definition:

A moose is the largest extant species in the deer family, typically found in the forests of North America, Europe, and Asia.

Senses:

Noun:

  1. A large, long-legged mammal with antlers and a bulbous snout, primarily found in northern regions. (Related products on Amazon)
  2. Slang term for a stupid or awkward person.
  3. US, regional: A dish made from canned or fresh fish, similar to a mousse. (Related products on Amazon)

Verb:

  • To blunder or bungle something.

Examples:

Noun:

  • While hiking through the Canadian Rockies, we spotted a majestic moose by the lake.
  • Don't be a moose, pay attention and follow the instructions.
  • In some regions of the US, moose is prepared as a traditional dish for special occasions.

Verb:

  • She moosed the presentation by forgetting to include important data.
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