gelatin
4 synonyms for gelatin, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A flavorless protein made by boiling down animal collagen, used to thicken or set foods.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
E441 when used as a gelling agent
gelatine
Etymology
Borrowed from French gélatine, ultimately from Latin gelō, "to freeze" or "congeal."
Full origin of gelatin →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.".
