noun
General Slang
Gander
/ˈɡændə/ · noun · informal
A look or a glance — 'have a gander at this.'
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Definitions
1
A look or quick glance at something.
“Have a gander at these photos.”
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2
A browse or inspection, often casual.
“I'll take a gander round the shop while you queue.”
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3
An investigation into how something works or looks.
“Let me have a gander under the bonnet.”
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Gander In A Sentence
Have a gander at this menu, it all looks amazing.
Took a gander at the reviews before booking.
Come and have a gander at what I found in the loft.
Origin & Usage
From 'gander' meaning a male goose, which stretches its long neck to look around — hence 'to have a gander' is to crane for a look. British slang since the early 20th century.
People Also Ask
What does have a gander mean?
It means to have a look or a glance at something — 'have a gander at this.'
Why is a look called a gander?
Because a gander is a male goose that stretches its neck to look around, so 'having a gander' is craning to see.
Is gander British slang?
Yes, this 'a look' sense is chiefly British and informal, common in everyday speech.
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