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Jelly Definition & Meaning

jelly
noun
  1. an edible jelly (sweet or pungent) made with gelatin and used as a dessert or salad base or a coating for foods
  2. a preserve made of the jelled juice of fruit
  3. any substance having the consistency of jelly or gelatin
verb
  1. make into jelly; "jellify a liquid"

"Jelly" in song lyrics

See how jelly is used in real songs:

  • "There's too much KY jelly"
    3rd Bass — Oval Office
  • "Coming down knocking Nelly, on biscuit and jelly"
    Big Mello — Knock
  • "In the middle of the flo', ladies gon shake your jelly"
    Billy Cook & Lil Kano — Shake Down

Usage tips for "jelly"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "jelly" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for jelly to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does jelly mean?
an edible jelly (sweet or pungent) made with gelatin and used as a dessert or salad base or a coating for foods a preserve made of the jelled juice of fruit any substance having the consistency of jelly or gelatin make into jelly; "jellify a liquid"
What part of speech is jelly?
Jelly is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does jelly have?
Jelly has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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