The word ‘gel’ can refer to:
1. **Noun**: A semi-solid or jelly-like substance that is often formed when certain liquids are thickened or when certain substances are mixed together. Gels can be used in various contexts, including cosmetics, food, and science.
2. **Verb**: To undergo a transformation into a gel-like state; to form or become gel-like. In a broader sense, it can also mean to come together or to be coordinated effectively.
In both uses, ‘gel’ often implies a change in state or the combining of components to create a cohesive structure.