goggle Meaning & Definition
What Does Goggle Mean?
Goggle is a verb that means To stare (at something) with wide eyes. It is also used to mean To roll the eyes. As a noun, it means A wide-eyed stare or affected rolling of the eye. As a noun, it means (in the plural) A pair of protective eyeglasses.
Goggle at a Glance
| Part of speech | verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈɡɒɡəl/ |
| Synonyms | gawk, gape and gawp |
| Plural | goggles |
| Verb forms | goggles, goggling, goggled |
Goggle Definition (Verb)
- To stare (at something) with wide eyes.
- To roll the eyes.
Goggle as a Noun
- A wide-eyed stare or affected rolling of the eye.
Come and have a goggle at Fauzia’s new car!
- A pair of protective eyeglasses.
Noun
- (in the plural) A pair of protective eyeglasses.
Synonyms of Goggle
Goggle synonyms and antonyms →Goggle in a Sentence
Come and have a goggle at Fauzia’s new car!
Word Forms & Grammar
goggle (third-person singular simple present goggles, present participle goggling, simple past and past participle goggled)
goggle (plural goggles)
Words That Rhyme With Goggle
Origin of Goggle
From 14th century Middle English gogelen (“to roll (eyes), to look sideways”). Earlier source is unknown. The noun is attested from the 17th century. Compare Irish gog (“a nod, a slight motion”).
Common Questions About Goggle
Is goggle a verb or a noun?
Goggle is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for goggle?
You can replace goggle with words such as gawk, gape and gawp. See the full list of goggle synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of goggle?
The plural of goggle is goggles.
What is the past tense of goggle?
The past tense of goggle is goggled. The present participle is goggling.