Goo

Podcast 1 · Introduction

Goo

A documentary-style narration: origin, meaning, and feel.

Part of speech

noun

Pronunciation

goo  /ɡuː/

Definition

A sticky or slimy substance; something unpleasantly or disgustingly viscous and messy.

Plain meaning

Goo is a sticky, slimy, gooey substance — the kind of sticky mess that gets on your hands and is unpleasant to touch. Think melted chocolate, slime, or any viscous sticky residue.

Register

Informal and slightly childlike. Goo is a word that children use naturally and adults use when speaking in a relaxed, playful register. It carries no strong connotations beyond stickiness and messiness.