Definition of gel Gel

/ʤɛˈl/ - [jel] - Ge•l

We found 11 definitions of gel from 3 different sources.

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What does gel mean?

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Noun

Plural: gels

gel - a colloid in a more solid form than a sol
  colloidal gel
  colloid a mixture with properties between those of a solution and fine suspension
gel - a thin translucent membrane used over stage lights for color effects
  gelatin

Verb

gels, gelling, gelled  

gel - become a gel; "The solid, when heated, gelled"
  change undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature; "She changed completely as she grew older"; "The weather changed last night"
gel - apply a styling gel to; "she mousses her hair"
  mousse
  neaten, groom care for one's external appearance; "He is always well-groomed"
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • gel (Noun)
    A semi- solid to almost solid colloid of a solid and a liquid, such as jelly, cheese or opal.
  • gel (Noun)
    Any gel intended for a particular cosmetic use, such as for styling the hair.
  • gel (Noun)
    A girl.
  • gel (Verb)
    To apply cosmetic gel to the hair, etc.
  • gel (Verb)
    To become a gel.
  • gel (Verb)
    To develop a rapport.

Part of speech

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  • gel, verb, present, 1st person singular of gel (infinitive).
  • gel, verb (infinitive).
  • gel, noun, singular of gels.

Pronunciation

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Sign Language

gel in sign language
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