Oozed: meaning, definitions and examples

liquid release

To ooze means to flow or leak slowly, often in a thick or viscous manner. This term is commonly used to describe liquids that seep out of a substance, particularly when they are not under pressure. For example, when a wound is healing, pus might ooze out. Additionally, oozing can refer to soft materials that emit a substance like moisture or sap. Oozing is often associated with an unintentional release, giving the impression of something that is slowly escaping.

drip, flow, leak, seep

Examples of usage

• The honey oozed from the comb.

• The wound began to ooze after the accident.

• The molten lava oozed down the side of the volcano.