jello

[ jel-oh ]

noun

1. a gelatin dessert.

Word History and Origins

Origin of jello¹

Genericized spelling of trademarked Jell-O

Example Sentences

Not your typical underground jello wrestling show, this Seattle specific event is produced by women and combines the theater sport with humor, an LGBTQ-friendly atmosphere and an emphasis on diverse ethnicities and body types.

From Seattle Times

Either way, there’s a choice of champagne toast or jello shot toast at midnight.

From Washington Post

“Imagine sitting at the dinner table as a child in the early ’70s and seeing red ‘jello’ at the dinner table,” Lisa wrote.

From Washington Post

The straight lines in the frame still looked straight and did not succumb to much rolling shutter jello effect.

From The Verge

Asked for a sake, the bartenders were quick to recommend Ozeki Ikezo, a canned sparkling sake with the texture of a jello shot, and sweet yuzu or berry flavors.

From Washington Post