Definitions
Gel is a noun that refers to a thick, jelly-like substance that is used for styling hair or as a lubricant.
Example
I need to buy some hair gel to style my hair.
Example
The doctor applied a gel to the patient's skin before the ultrasound.
Jell is a verb that means to become more solid or firm, often referring to a liquid or a soft substance.
Example
The sauce will jell as it cools.
Example
The mixture will jell in the refrigerator overnight.
Tips To Remember the Differences
Here are a few tips to easily distinguish the difference between these words while keeping in mind the description we've provided:
- To remember the difference, think of gel as something you apply to your hair or skin, while jell is something that becomes more solid or firm. - You could also associate gel with 'liquid' and jell with 'solidify'.
Remember this!
Remember, gel is a substance that you apply, while jell is a process of becoming more solid.
