alginates
|al-gi-nates|
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/ˈæl.dʒɪ.neɪts/
(alginate)
seaweed-derived compound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alginate' originates from 'alginic acid', which is derived from 'algae', where 'alga' meant 'seaweed'.
Historical Evolution
'alginic acid' was derived from the Latin word 'alga', and eventually became the modern English word 'alginate'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a component derived from seaweed, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a thickening agent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
salts or esters of alginic acid, often used as thickening agents in food and pharmaceuticals.
Alginates are commonly used in the food industry as stabilizers.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/20 09:06