Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gaumy

Adjective
/ˈɡɔːmi/
Definition
Covered with or resembling a sticky, viscous substance; having a slimy texture.
Examples
  • The floor was gaumy from the spilled syrup.
  • After the rain, the muddy path became gaumy, making it difficult to walk.
Meaning
The term ‘gaumy’ describes something that is gooey or sticky, often unpleasantly so.
Synonyms
  • Sticky
  • Slimy
  • Gooey
  • Viscous