gelatin
|gel/a/tin|
/ˈdʒɛlətɪn/
gelling agent
Etymology
'gelatin' originates from French, specifically the word 'gélatine,' where 'gélat-' meant 'frozen' or 'congealed.'
'gélatine' transformed into the English word 'gelatin' in the 19th century.
Initially, it meant 'frozen substance,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a gelling agent derived from collagen.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a translucent, colorless, flavorless food ingredient, derived from collagen taken from animal body parts, used in food products and pharmaceuticals.
The dessert was made with gelatin to give it a firm texture.
Synonyms
Noun 2
a substance used in photography and cosmetics, derived from animal collagen.
Gelatin is used in the production of photographic films.
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Last updated: 2025/02/02 18:01