WORD MEANING
Duck duck goose meaning
DUK DUK GOOS · noun
A children's game in which players sit in a circle while one person walks around tapping others on the head, saying 'duck' until choosing one person by saying 'goose,' who then chases the tapper around the circle.
See all 16 words from the October 21, 2026 puzzle →Other meanings
A phrase used to describe a simple or repetitive selection process.
A playful or teasing expression among children.
Primarily known as the name of a children's game, but can also appear in informal speech or as a brand name.
Examples
The children played duck duck goose during recess.
We organized a game of duck duck goose at the birthday party.