English dictionary
glue
/gl/u/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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cement consisting of a sticky substance that is used as an adhesive
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A hard brittle brownish gelatin, obtained by boiling to a jelly the skins, hoofs, etc., of animals. When gently heated with water, it becomes viscid and tenaceous, and is used as a cement for uniting substances. The name is also given to other adhesive or viscous substances.
Source: webster1913
verb
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join or attach with or as if with glue
Synonyms pasteSource: WordNet 3.0
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be fixed as if by glue
ExamplesHis eyes were glued on her.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To join with glue or a viscous substance; to cause to stick or hold fast, as if with glue; to fix or fasten.
Source: webster1913