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Goad

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Meanings of Goad

Verb

  • To poke or prod with a stick.
  • To help someone do something by encouraging them.
  • To make someone do something by pushing them.

Noun

  • A long stick with a sharp end used to poke animals.
  • Something that makes you want to do something.

Explanation of the word: Goad

A goad is something that helps to make someone or something move or do something. It's like a little push to get them going.

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Translations for the word: Goad

hindi
गोड़

goad

उकसाना

ukasana

प्रेरित करना

prerit karna

   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Goad

What does 'goad' mean?
The word 'goad' means to encourage or annoy someone to take action or do something.
How do you pronounce 'goad'?
You pronounce 'goad' like 'gohd', rhyming with 'road'.
What is the origin of the word 'goad'?
The word 'goad' comes from Old English 'gād', which means a stick used to drive animals.
What is the meaning of 'goad' in Hindi?
The word 'goad' in Hindi is 'उकसाना' (Ukasānā).