glue (A2)
noun/verb
Pronunciation: /ɡluː/
Definition
A sticky substance used for joining things together, or the act of joining things with this substance.
Examples
She used strong glue to repair the broken ceramic vase.
The children were busy gluing glitter onto their art projects.
Make sure to apply the glue evenly for a secure bond.
How to Use glue
- glue together (phrasal verb)
- To join two or more things using glue. — "We need to glue these two pieces of wood together."
- glue something to something (prepositional phrase)
- To attach one thing to another using glue. — "She glued the photograph to the album page."
- glued to (the screen/seat) (idiom)
- To be completely absorbed or unable to move from something, often a screen or a seat. — "The children were glued to the television, watching cartoons."
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