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congeal

verb con·geal \kən-ˈjēl\

of a liquid : to become thick or solid

Full Definition of CONGEAL

transitive verb
1
:  to change from a fluid to a solid state by or as if by cold
2
:  to make viscid or curdled :  coagulate
3
:  to make rigid, fixed, or immobile
intransitive verb
:  to become congealed :  solidify
con·geal·ment \-mənt\ noun
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Origin of CONGEAL

Middle English congelen, from Middle French congeler, from Latin congelare, from com- + gelare to freeze — more at cold
First Known Use: 14th century
CONGEALED Defined for Kids

congeal

verb con·geal \kən-ˈjēl\
con·gealedcon·geal·ing

Definition of CONGEAL for Kids

1
:  to change from a fluid to a solid state by or as if by cold :  freeze
2
:  to make or become hard, stiff, or thick
Medical Dictionary

congeal

transitive verb con·geal \kən-ˈjē(ə)l\

Medical Definition of CONGEAL

1
:  to change from a fluid to a solid state by or as if by cold
2
:  to make viscid or curdled :  coagulate
intransitive verb
:  to become congealed

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