Slowly flowing or seeping out, usually in small amounts; or expressing something in an obvious but often subtle way.
From Middle English 'ousen' or possibly Old Norse 'ús.' The exact origin is uncertain, but it's been used since the 1300s to describe slow seepage.
When we say someone is 'oozing charm' or 'oozing confidence,' we're using a physical word metaphorically—just like liquid slowly seeps out, their personality seems to naturally emanate from them without effort.
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