Words that start with G

Giant giraffes gambol in the grass with green geckoes.

Gis forGopher

Scientific name: family: geomyidae
Gopher is the common name for both true gophers and some types of ground squirrels. Gophers are a type of rodent that spends most of its time digging burrows. Gophers are a pest where underground crops like turnips or carrots are planted.

Gis forGorge

A gorge is a deep, narrow path that has been cut by a watercourse like a river. A large gorge is usually called a canyon.

Gis forGorgeous

Gorgeous means very beautiful or very attractive. You can use it to describe how something looks, like a gorgeous sunset or a gorgeous dress. It is usually used to give positive details and make something sound special.

Gis forGorilla

Scientific name: gorilla gorilla
Gorillas are related to people, and like people they do not have tails. Male gorillas grow to around 5'5" to 6 feet high, and can reach 140-200kg. Female gorillas grow to about half this size. Gorillas eat fruit, leaves and sometimes insects.

Gis forGosling

A baby goose is called a gosling.

Gis forGourd

Scientific name: lagenaria siceraria
Gourds are a kind of fruiting vine in the pumpkin family. The fruit is dried out and the hard shell is used for many purposes. Gourds can be used as bottles, bowls and to make musical instruments.

Gis forGourmet

Gourmet describes exceptionally good food that requires a lot of skill and preparation to make. Fancy restuarants serve gourmet food.
The Government is a group of people who decide on the rules and laws that apply to the people living in a particular area. Governments administer all the paperwork related to running that area.

Gis forGown

A gown is a very pretty dress for a special occasion. Gowns are often made with shiny or sparkly fabric, and reach the floor. People wear gowns to formal events, parties, prom nights and a wedding dress is the most special kind of gown.

Gis forGrace

Grace is an English name for girls. Grace means "gracious." The woman in the picture is Grace Kelly.