1
: a viscid or sticky substance
2
: sentimental tripe

Examples of goo in a Sentence

What's this goo all over the stove? the latest goo from a children's author who knows how to lay it on thick
Recent Examples on the Web Most ant species treat the injured or severed limb of a comrade by coating it with an antimicrobial goo. Byhumberto Basilio, science.org, 2 July 2024 The 69-minute finale ultimately succeeds because, despite the goo and the gutting and the world-ending stakes, it’s emotionally charged from start to finish. Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 9 Aug. 2024 There was blood coming out of them, and then some yellow goo. Rafael Freitas, Peoplemag, 30 July 2024 Elsewhere, there are several shots that appear to be of the Upside Down, as well as a member of the crew applying dripping goo to some mysterious red tendrils. Adam B. Vary, Variety, 15 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for goo 

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Word History

Etymology

perhaps short for burgoo

First Known Use

1900, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of goo was in 1900

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Cite this Entry

“Goo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/goo. Accessed 7 Sep. 2024.

Kids Definition

goo

noun
: a sticky substance
gooey adjective
Etymology

perhaps short for burgoo "oatmeal gruel"

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