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Definition of gelcap

gelcap

/ˈdʒɛl.kæp/
gel · cap
Plural:gelcaps
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gelcap Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

North American A small, smooth capsule with a gelatin coating that contains liquid or powdered medication and is designed to be easily swallowed.

Example

"She prefers taking pain relievers in gelcap form because they are much easier to swallow than chalky tablets."

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• Nearby Words

gelatinously
gelatinousness
gelato
gelcap
gelding
gem
gem squash

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 20th century as a blend of "gelatin" and "capsule."

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gelcap. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gelcap
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