Title: [n] Goad meaning (pointed stick) with 5 examples Definition: n goad /ɡoʊd/ (pointed stick) A long stick with a pointed end, used to drive or control animals. Example Sentences: The farmer used a goad to guide the oxen. She held a wooden goad while her cattle moved forward. The shepherd carried a goad to keep the sheep on the path. The goad was an important tool in ancient farming. He crafted a goad from a strong tree branch. Common Usage Tip(s): "Goad" in this sense is mostly used in farming and historical contexts. It can also be used metaphorically to mean something that pushes action.