Definition of "goads" []

• Plural form of goad. (noun)
• Third-person singular simple present indicative form of goad. (verb)

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• "Traditional cattle prods are sometimes referred to as goads, referencing the idea that the goal is to goad an animal into moving."
• "They are called goads, because, as such prick the oxen on in their drawing, so God's words prick Christians on in their holy duties."
• "However, the mention of "goads" favors the English Version, "masters of assemblies," namely, under-shepherds, inspired by the Chief Shepherd (1Pe 5: 2-4)."