Gluggy

Gluggy is an adjective primarily used in Australian and New Zealand English to describe a substance that is thick, sticky, and often lumpy, making it difficult to pour or mix. The term often implies an unappetizing or undesirable consistency. It can refer to both food and non-food items.

The texture implied by "gluggy" is thicker than "gloopy" and has a distinct lack of smoothness. The substance might move slowly and unevenly, possibly with visible lumps or undissolved ingredients.

Examples of substances that might be described as gluggy include:

• Over-thickened sauces or gravies.
• Lumpy custard or porridge.
• Old or poorly mixed paint.
• Some types of mud or clay.

The word carries a slightly negative connotation, suggesting the substance is not as it should be due to improper preparation, age, or other factors.