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Definition of mountain goat

mountain goat

Plural:mountain goats
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North American A sure-footed, high-altitude hoofed mammal (Oreamnos americanus) endemic to the mountainous regions of western North America, characterized by its thick white fleece, short black horns, and exceptional climbing ability.

Example

"While hiking in Glacier National Park, we spotted a mountain goat effortlessly scaling the steep, rocky cliffs."

• Nearby Words

mountain
mountain adder
mountain bluet
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mountain horned dragon
mountain laurel
mountain lion

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mountain goat. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mountain-goat
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