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¹goo–goo

adjective \ˈgü-(ˌ)gü\

Definition of GOO-GOO

: loving, enticing —used chiefly in the phrase goo-goo eyes

perhaps alteration of ²goggle

First Known Use: 1900

noun

plural goo–goos

: a member or advocate of a political reform movement

from good government

First Known Use: 1912

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