jello

jello Definition

☆ jello (jel′ō)

noun

a flavored gelatin eaten as a dessert or used in molded salads

Etymology: < Jell-O, a trademark for such a gelatin

jello Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

blue: He accompanied her to the commissary, and was duly revolted by her selection of a dish of bright blue jello for dessert.

Modifies a noun

view: A " jello view " is a workspace where file changes are caused by external events beyond your control.
shot: When chilled or frozen they become a " vodka jello shot " .

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