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.