"Blue Goose" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: From blue + goose, in reference to its blue desk adorned with the seal of the president of the United States; the bald eagle displayed prominently on the seal is sometimes affectionately referred to as a goose for comedic effect. Etymology templates: {{com|en|blue|goose}} blue + goose, {{m|en|goose}} goose Head templates: {{en-prop}} Blue Goose
  1. (US) A large, armored lectern used by the president of the United States on formal occasions. Wikipedia link: seal of the president of the United States Tags: US
    Sense id: en-Blue_Goose-en-name-njwnsqrL Categories (other): American English, English entries with incorrect language header

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