Goatback

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The back of a goat (being ridden, or laden with luggage, as a means of transportation). uncountable, usually, with-on

    "ON "GOATBACK" IN WESTERN QUEENSLAND. This photo was sent us by Mr. E. Hill, Rosevale, Wyandra, Queensland"

Example

More examples

"ON "GOATBACK" IN WESTERN QUEENSLAND. This photo was sent us by Mr. E. Hill, Rosevale, Wyandra, Queensland"

Etymology

From goat + back, modelled on horseback.

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