Definition of Gel
Gel
Gel


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A semi-solid or jelly-like substance, often used in cosmetics or food.

e.g. She applied a hair gel to style her hair for the party.

(verb)
(of a liquid) to set or become slightly more solid;

e.g. Wait for the stew to gel a little before you stop stirring.

(verb)
to form into a gel;

e.g. The liquid mixture started to gel when the temperature dropped.

(verb)
to apply gel to something;

e.g. He observed the hairdresser gel his hair into a slick style.

(verb)
to begin to work well;

e.g. All their ideas seemed to gel for the magazine layout, everyone was happy with how it looked.



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