Gel
WordNet
noun
(1) A thin translucent membrane used over stage lights for color effects
(2) A colloid in a more solid form than a sol
verb
(3) Apply a styling gel to
"She mousses her hair"
(4) Become a gel
"The solid, when heated, gelled"
WiktionaryText
Etymology 1
From or .
Noun
- A semi-solid to almost solid colloid of a solid and a liquid, such as jelly, cheese or opal.
- Any gel intended for a particular cosmetic use, such as for styling the hair.
See also
For more information on classification of colloids, see Wikipedia article on s
Verb
- To apply (cosmetic) gel to (the hair, etc).
- To become a gel.
- To develop a rapport.