noun
gelatin
JEH-luh-tihn
Gelatin (noun) means a flavorless protein made by boiling down animal collagen, used to thicken or set foods. Example: “Gelatin is what gives the dessert its wobbly texture.”
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A flavorless protein made by boiling down animal collagen, used to thicken or set foods.
"Gelatin is what gives the dessert its wobbly texture."
"Marshmallows are made with gelatin."
How to use gelatin
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA protein used to set jellies, marshmallows, and similar foods.
Common mistake
Gelatin is derived from animal collagen, so it is not suitable for vegetarian or vegan diets; agar or pectin are common plant-based substitutes.
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Word forms
- Plural
- gelatins
- Third person singular
- gelatins
- Past tense
- gelatined
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_____ is what gives the dessert its wobbly texture.
Etymology
Borrowed from French gélatine, ultimately from Latin gelō, "to freeze" or "congeal."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for gelatin
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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.".
