## What does it mean?
A **goat** is a domesticated animal known for its milk, meat, and playful behavior. They often have horns and a beard.
## Etymology (where it comes from)
The word "goat" comes from the Old English *gāt*, which is related to the German *Ziege* and Dutch *geit*.
## Historical origin
The term has roots in the **Germanic** languages, used since approx. 500 AD. Goats were important to early farming communities.
## Earliest records
The word appears in ancient texts and writings about farming and animals.
## Variants and usage by country
- **Spanish**: cabra
- **French**: chèvre
- **Italian**: capra
- **German**: Ziege
- **Swedish**: get
## Related words
- **Kid** (young goat)
- **Caprine** (related to goats)
- **Billy** (male goat)
- **Nanny** (female goat)