Goop
/ɡuːp/noun
A thick, sticky, or unpleasantly viscous substance.
Did you know?Unlike words such as “glamour” or “spell,” goop has no securely documented magical or ancient root; its history appears to belong to modern expressive slang.
Etymological Timeline
19th Century
English
goop
“An informal American word referring to a foolish or gullible person; the origin is uncertain.”
Late 19th–Early 20th Century
American English
goop
“A thick, sticky, or semi-fluid substance; the word’s expressive sound may imitate the feel or appearance of such matter.”
Early 20th Century
English
goop
“A colloquial term for messy, viscous material.”
Modern English
English
goop
“Sticky or slimy material, often used humorously or disparagingly.”