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Definition of gel
1 : a colloid in a more solid form than a sol; broadly : jelly 2
2 : a thin colored transparent sheet used over a stage light to color it
3 : a gelatinous preparation used in styling hair
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Recent Examples of gel from the Web
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From secret sauces and pocket-sized hair gel, to photographic mouse pads and bowls designed to keep cereal crisp, this year’s crop of products represent a range of categories such as food and beverages, home décor and apparel.
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Tyeisha Bailey, 25, says her full-body bleaching routine involves squeezing a tube of Neoprosone gel into a bottle of Idole lotion.
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If the tests are successful, TSA officials say, the scanner could let travelers leave liquids, gels and laptops in carry-on bags to shorten the screening time.
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The four-part system (a cleanser, base coat, polish, and top coat) can last up to two weeks — pretty impressive for non-gel polish!
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First covering cakes in layers of smooth fondant, bakers then mix up vibrant colors of gel food coloring.
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And the Skylar Pillow has cooling technology, using a gel memory foam layer on the inside and ice yarn cover on the outside to keep all sides of your pillow cool on hot summer nights.
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Beneath that is a long tube, filled with a clear gel.
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Samples saved from 688 South African women who tested that gel tell a different tale.
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Origin and Etymology of gel
gelatin
gel
Definition of gel
gelled
;gelling
Examples of gel in a Sentence
The mixture will gel as it cools.
Our plans are finally starting to gel.
Recent Examples of gel from the Web
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The Indians gelled as a team during their 14-game winning streak last summer.
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Chappell seemed a little out of step with her castmates on opening night, but things may well be gelling much better by now.
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Insiders say Dubke came in with few patrons, and never gelled with the originals.
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The 12:30 p.m. set was exceptionally large, considering the band is still gelling after its inception a year ago.
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This gelatin substitute uses agar-agar, a product made from a seaweed that has gelling properties and is often used in Southeast Asian desserts.
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Opponents, however, call such efforts disingenuous — optics that do not gel with nationalist voting patterns, actions and internal musings on lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender rights.
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With that in mind, the Dawes soldiered on in pursuit of an ideal chef who could gel with their concept philosophies, while also exhibiting European flair and the skills needed to run a successful dining operation.
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Lessard and Lambot consider the success of a bunch of strangers getting together and gelling as a team as important as the fact that the prototype received the prestigious SpaceX award.
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First Known Use of gel
1917
GEL Defined for English Language Learners
gel
playDefinition of gel for English Language Learners
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: a thick substance that is like jelly and that is used in various products
gel
Definition of gel for English Language Learners
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: to change into a gel : to change into a thick substance that is like jelly
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: to become clear and definite
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: to style (hair) with gel
GEL Defined for Kids
Definition of gel for Students
gelled
;gelling
: to change into a thick jellylike substance The mixture will gel as it cools.
Medical Dictionary
gel
Medical Definition of gel
gelled
;gelling
: to change into or take on the form of a gel
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