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glue

 
pronunciation:
glu
parts of speech:
noun, verb
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part of speech: noun
definition: a thick, sticky liquid used to join things together.
 
synonyms:
cement, mucilage
similar words:
adhesive, gum, mortar, paste
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part of speech: verb
inflections: glues, gluing, glued
definition: to fasten or hold with or as if with glue.
I glued the broken pieces back together.His eyes were glued to the television.
synonyms:
cement, paste, stick
similar words:
fix, gum, seal
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derivations: gluelike (adj.), gluer (n.)
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