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gelatin

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Noun — A flavorless protein made by boiling down animal collagen, used to thicken or set foods.

Etymology

Borrowed from French gélatine, ultimately from Latin gelō, "to freeze" or "congeal."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “gelatin” mean?

The word “gelatin” means a flavorless protein made by boiling down animal collagen, used to thicken or set foods. In plain terms, a protein used to set jellies, marshmallows, and similar foods.

How do you pronounce “gelatin”?

“Gelatin” is pronounced JEH-luh-tihn (/ˈd͡ʒɛlətɪn/ in IPA).

How do you use “gelatin” in a sentence?

Here is “gelatin” used in a sentence: “Gelatin is what gives the dessert its wobbly texture.”

What is another word for “gelatin”?

Words with a similar meaning to “gelatin” include E441 when used as a gelling agent.

What part of speech is “gelatin”?

“Gelatin” is a noun.

Where does the word “gelatin” come from?

The word “gelatin” comes from Latin. Borrowed from French gélatine, ultimately from Latin gelō, "to freeze" or "congeal.".

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