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gluey

/'glu:i/
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Word: Gluey

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: The word "gluey" describes something that is sticky or has the properties of glue. When something is gluey, it can stick to things easily, just like glue does.

Usage Instructions:
  • How to Use: You can use "gluey" to describe substances that are thick and sticky, like syrup or a certain type of mud. It's often used informally.
Examples:
  1. Simple Example: “The gluey substance made it hard to clean my hands.”
  2. More Contextual Example: “After the rain, the ground became gluey with mud, making it difficult to walk.”
Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "gluey" can be used metaphorically. For example, you might describe a situation or relationship as "gluey" if it feels overly sticky or complicated, as if it’s hard to move on from.

Word Variants:
  • Noun: Glue (the adhesive itself)
  • Adverb: Glueily (though this form is rarely used)
Different Meanings:

While "gluey" primarily describes stickiness, it can also imply that something is overly sentimental or emotionally binding in a metaphorical sense.

Synonyms:
  • Sticky
  • Tacky
  • Adhesive
  • Viscous
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that directly include "gluey," but you might encounter phrases like: - "Stick together" (meaning to stay close to someone or maintain a relationship) - "Stuck in a rut" (feeling trapped in a situation, similar to being stuck in glue)

Summary:

"Gluey" is a useful word when you want to describe something that is sticky or adhesive. It can be used both literally and metaphorically, making it versatile in conversations.

Adjective
  1. having the sticky properties of an adhesive

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