Pronunciation: [ɡə͡ʊtˈiːd] (IPA) 
"Goateed" is an adjective used to describe someone or something that has a small pointed beard resembling a goat's. The word is pronounced /ɡoʊˈtiːd/ where the stress is on the second syllable "tee". It is spelled with two Es for the "-ee-" sound, followed by a T and a D for the "-td" sound at the end. Paying attention to phonetic symbols is important when learning new vocabulary words, as it aids in proper pronunciation and spelling.
Goateed is an adjective that describes a person who has a goatee, a type of facial hair style. A goatee is a small beard that is concentrated around the chin area and is usually separated from the rest of the face by being shaved clean. The beard itself is characterized by a tuft or a small patch of hair that extends from the lower lip down to the chin, resembling the facial hair of a male goat, hence the name "goatee."
People who are referred to as goateed are those who have this specific style of facial hair. It is a popular choice among men who desire to add a distinguished or slightly edgy touch to their appearance. The goatee can vary in size and shape, ranging from a simple, minimalistic strip of hair to a wider, more well-groomed style. Additionally, goatees can be combined with other types of facial hair such as mustaches or sideburns, creating different variations.
The term goateed is used to describe someone who possesses this particular facial hair feature, emphasizing their choice to maintain a goatee as part of their personal style. It often differentiates individuals who have this specific grooming preference from those who have different beard styles or choose to remain clean-shaven.
The word "goateed" is derived from the noun "goatee", which refers to a small chin beard resembling that of a goat. The term originated in the mid-19th century, stemming from the resemblance between the beard and the facial hair often observed on goats. The word "goatee" itself is a diminutive form of "goat", indicating a small version of a goat-like beard. Over time, the term "goateed" was formed by adding the suffix "-ed", which is commonly used to create adjectives.
