Pal vs. Pel — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Pal and Pel
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Definitions
Pal
A friend; a chum.
Pel
(dated) pixel
Pal
To associate as friends or chums. Often used with around.
Pel
(computer science) the smallest discrete component of an image or picture on a CRT screen (usually a colored dot);
The greater the number of pixels per inch the greater the resolution
Pal
(colloquial) A friend, buddy, mate, cobber; someone to hang around with.
Little Timmy's out playing with his pals.
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Pal
(colloquial) An informal term of address, often used ironically in a hostile way.
Don't you threaten me, pal – I'll report you to the police.
Pal
(slang) Be friends with, hang around with.
John plans to pal around with Joe today.
Pal
A mate; a partner; esp., an accomplice or confederate.
Pal
A close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities
Pal
Become friends; act friendly towards
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