Meaning of the word ooze in English

What does ooze mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

ooze

US /uːz/
UK /uːz/
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Verb

1.

to flow or leak out slowly, as through small openings

Example:
Blood began to ooze from the wound.
The pipe was oozing a strange green liquid.
2.

to show a particular quality or feeling very strongly

Example:
She oozes confidence whenever she speaks.
The whole house oozed charm and character.

Noun

soft, wet mud or slime, typically found at the bottom of a lake or river

Example:
My feet sank into the thick ooze at the riverbank.
The creature emerged from the dark ooze of the swamp.