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–noun
a rough condition of the skin, resembling that of a plucked goose, induced by cold or fear; horripilation.
Also, gooseflesh.
Also called goose pimples, goose bumps, goose skin.

Origin:
1375–1425; late ME
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goose bumps  
pl.n.  Momentary roughness of the skin caused by erection of the papillae in response to cold or fear. Also called goose flesh, goose pimples.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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Main Entry: goose bumps
Pronunciation: 'güs-"b&mps
Function: noun plural
: a roughness of the skin produced by erection of its papillae especiallyfrom cold, fear, or a sudden feeling of excitement called also goose pimples
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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goose bumps pl.n.
Momentary roughness of the skin caused by erection of the papillae in response to cold or fear. Also called cutis anserina, goose flesh, goose pimples.

The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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