Meaning & Definition of word "Goo"
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Goo
/ɡuː/
noun:
- 1. A sticky, viscous substance.
- Example: The kids had fun playing with the colorful goo that oozed from the container.
- 2. A soft, wet substance that is often unappetizing or messy.
- Example: She stepped in some goo on the sidewalk and had to clean her shoes.
- 3. A term for something that is overly sentimental or mushy.
- Example: The movie was filled with so much romantic goo that I could barely stand it.
Etymology
Origin uncertain, possibly a variation of ‘glue’.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in a gooey mess:
Referring to a situation that is chaotic or disorganized.
gooey eyes:
A term for a dreamy or overly sentimental expression.
Related Words
slime:
A thick, slippery substance that is often green and gelatinous.
gunk:
A sticky or dirty substance that is hard to remove.
Slang Meanings of goo
Meaning: Nonsense or trivial matters.
Example Sentence: Stop talking that goo and get to the point.
Meaning: Overly sentimental behavior.
Example Sentence: They were just being all gooey about their anniversary.