noun
- a jelly-like substance, especially a gel used in hair styling or cosmetics
- gelignite; a type of explosive
Usage: informal; chiefly North American
Usage: British slang; dated
Examples
- He applied gelly to his hair before styling it.
- The gelly gave his spiky hairstyle a strong hold.
- She used a light gelly to add shine without making her hair greasy.
- The product is a clear gelly that works well for all hair types.