goose bump
nounEtymology From the resemblance of goose bumps to the bumps on the skin of a plucked goose.
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In plural Raised skin, usually caused by the involuntary erection of hairs on the neck or arms caused by cold, excitement, or fear.
- Related terms
- anserine, ghost bump, chill bump, cutis anserina, horripilation, piloerection, pilomotor reflex