glue

Everyday

1. Glue is a sticky substance used to join things together. tree →
2. To glue something means to stick it with glue. tree →
3. «Glued to» something means not able to stop looking at it or staying close to it. tree →

In the lessons

In art and craft lessons you use glue sticks and PVA glue to stick paper, card and fabric. In design and technology some glues are strong and dangerous (super glue), so children use them only with an adult. In everyday talk, «glued to the TV» means watching it without stopping. Phrases: glue stick, super glue, glue together, glued to the screen.

Examples

• Put some glue on the back of the picture and stick it in your book. tree →
• I glued the broken cup back together. tree →
• Use a glue stick, not your fingers. tree →
• Super glue can stick your fingers together, so be careful. tree →
• My brother is glued to his video game. tree →
• Wait for the glue to dry before you move the model. tree →
• The glue made the paper wet and wrinkly. tree →
• Put the lid back on the glue so it doesn't dry out. tree →
• He turned to run, but his feet were glued to the spot. tree →

Note

Glue is uncountable for the substance (some glue); «glues» means different kinds. -ing form: gluing (more common) or glueing. Never sniff glue or eat it; some glues are poisonous. If super glue sticks skin, ask an adult; don't pull hard.