goose bumps GOOS buhmps noun WS #21
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noun
a bumpy condition of the skin, typically that of a plucked goose, produced by cold, fear, or excitement; the physiological response causing hair follicles to contract and create small bumps on the skin
- She got goose bumps when she heard her favorite song played live for the first time.
- The scary movie scene was so intense that it gave the entire theater goose bumps.
- The inspirational speech was so moving that it gave everyone in the audience goose bumps.
- Walking into the cold room gave him instant goose bumps on his arms.
- The haunting melody gave her goose bumps as she listened to the symphony.