5 letter words ending in OEY

Here is the requested information on the word "gooey": 1. Parts of Speech: Adjective 2. Definitions: (a) Soft and sticky, (b) Having a texture that is soft, sticky, and viscous 3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈɡu.i/; UK: /ˈɡuː.i/ 4. Origin and Usage: The word "gooey" originated in the early 20th century and is thought to be an alteration of the word "goo". It is commonly used to describe foods that have a soft and sticky texture, such as melted cheese or chocolate. The word can also be used to describe non-food items that have a soft and sticky texture, such as glue or mud. 5. Synonyms: Sticky, viscous, gummy, adhesive, tacky 6. Related Words: Gluey, bogey, boggy, dogey, fogey 7. Example Sentences: - The brownies were so gooey that they stuck to the roof of her mouth. - He stepped in the gooey mud and had a hard time getting his foot out. - The cheese on the pizza was melted and gooey.

Hooey Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

1. Nonsense or foolishness (source: Merriam-Webster)
2. Empty talk or exaggerated claims (source: Oxford Languages)

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈhu.i/
• UK: /ˈhuː.i/

Origin and Usage

The origin of "hooey" is uncertain, but it is believed to have originated in the US in the early 20th century (source: Merriam-Webster). It is a colloquial term used to describe nonsense or empty talk. It is often used in informal settings and is considered a slang term (source: Oxford Languages).

Synonyms

• Nonsense
• Baloney
• Rubbish
• Malarkey

Related Words

• Hoary
• Hoise
• Homer
• Honey
• Hooch

Example Sentences

• He was talking a bunch of hooey about his accomplishments.
• Don believe a word of his hooey.
• She dismissed his argument as hooey.

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Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A military slang term for a lieutenant.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈluːi/; UK: /ˈluːi/

Origin and Usage: The word "looey" originated from the French word "lieutenant," which means "place holder." It was first used in the military as a slang term for a lieutenant in the early 20th century. It is still commonly used in the military and in everyday conversation.

Synonyms: lieutenant, officer, commander, captain.

Related Words: major, colon, pilot, sergeant, ensign.

Example Sentences:

• He was promoted to looey after serving as a sergeant for three years.
• The looey gave the order to advance.
• The platoon was led by a young looey fresh out of officer training.