Technology

Definition of gel

The first step we are going to take to understand the meaning of the term gel is to discover its etymological origin. In this case, we can point out that it is a word that comes from Latin, specifically from “gelatus”, which can be translated as “ice cream” or “frozen”. Gel is the state of a substance that, […]

Definition of geek

Geek is a term that is not part of the dictionary of the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE). In any case, the concept, which comes from the English language, is used in our language to refer to the individual who feels fascination and interest in computing and issues related to technology. The geek is usually […]

Definition of gasoline

Derived from the English word gasoline, the term gasoline refers to a mixture of hydrocarbons obtained from the distillation of crude oil. Gasoline is used as a fuel in various engines. Petroleum is a natural fluid that comes from geological beds. It is made up of various hydrocarbons: compounds that result from the […]

Definition of gas pipeline

A gas pipeline is a very long and thick pipe that allows a combustible gas to be transported over a long distance. It is common for the gas pipeline to start in a natural deposit and then go to a distribution center. Also called a gas pipeline, a gas pipeline allows gas to circulate at high speeds.

Definition of gauze

The Persian word kaž or gaz derived from the classical Arabic qazz or hazz, the etymological antecedent of the term gauze. This concept is used in our language to refer to a fine, light-colored fabric, which can be made of thread or silk. It can be said that gauze is a kind of mesh that is […]

Definition of diesel

The term gasoil, which comes from the English expression gas oil, is accepted by the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) in its dictionary, which also recognizes the notions of gasóleo and diesel as synonyms. Gasoil, gasóleo or diesel is a product obtained from the distillation of crude oil, which is purified […]

Definition of hook

The dictionary of the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) recognizes more than twenty meanings of the term hook. The first meaning mentioned refers to an instrument whose structure is curved and which usually ends in a point at one or both ends. The hook is a utensil that allows you to hang, grab or hold something. […]

Definition of gallon

The concept of gallon can come from two different etymological sources: the French galon or the English gallon. In each case, the root originates different meanings. When gallon comes from the French language, it can refer to a fabric that is used as a ribbon. In this context, a gallon is a distinctive symbol used […]

Definition of galvanized

Galvanizing is the act and result of galvanizing: it is the application of a metallic layer on another different metal using an electric current. The concept comes from the surname of the person who investigated this type of process: the Italian Luigi Galvani (1737-1798). This scientist discovered that, by applying an electric current to the metal, the process of galvanizing is […]

Definition of glasses

Gafa is a term that refers to glasses that are held in place behind the head or by using the structure of the ears. Glasses, on the other hand, are optical instruments that include two lenses to improve the vision of the person who uses them. Generally, the term is used in the plural: […]