glycerin

noun

glyc·​er·​in ˈgli-s(ə-)rən How to pronounce glycerin (audio)
variants or glycerine

Examples of glycerin in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web These include cabernet sauvignon grapes; pomegranate juice; red wine, blackberry and blueberry concentrates; and vegetable glycerin for body. Dave McIntyre, Washington Post, 18 Jan. 2024 The oil-free formula is packed with ingredients like squalane and glycerin for moisture, and caffeine to brighten the skin, decrease puffiness, and soothe inflammation. Danielle Cohen, Glamour, 1 Mar. 2024 See all Example Sentences for glycerin 

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Word History

Etymology

French glycérine, from Greek glykeros sweet; akin to Greek glykys

First Known Use

1830, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of glycerin was in 1830

Dictionary Entries Near glycerin

Cite this Entry

“Glycerin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glycerin. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

glycerin

noun
glyc·​er·​in
variants or glycerine

Medical Definition

glycerin

noun
glyc·​er·​in
variants or glycerine

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