Gelatinous

/dʒɪˈlætɪnəs/ adjective

Definition

Having the consistency of gelatin; jelly-like; thick, viscous, and semi-transparent.

Etymology

From Latin 'gelatus' (frozen), from 'gelare' (to freeze). Gelatin is made by boiling animal collagen — transforming solid into wobbly. Same root as 'gelato' and 'congeal.'

Kelly Says

WOBBLE WOBBLE! Gelatin, jellyfish, and eyes — all gelatinous! The word comes from 'freeze' in Latin because gelatin SETS like ice but wobbles like a nervous pudding! Same root as gelato! 🍮🪼

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