Glutinous: meaning, definitions and examples

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glutinous

 

[ ษกluหหˆtษชn.ษ™s ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

food texture

Glutinous refers to a sticky, adhesive texture often associated with certain types of rice or foods that contain a high amount of starch. This characteristic makes the food cling together, which is essential in various cuisines, particularly in Asian dishes.

Synonyms

adhesive, sticky, viscous

Examples of usage

  • The sushi was made with glutinous rice.
  • The dessert had a glutinous texture that was delightful.
  • During the festival, they served glutinous dumplings.
  • She preferred glutinous noodles in her soup.

Translations

Translations of the word "glutinous" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pegajoso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเคฟเคชเคšเคฟเคชเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช klebrig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lengket

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปะธะฟะบะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kleisty

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ฒ˜ใ‚Šๆฐ—ใฎใ‚ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท collant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pegajoso

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yapฤฑลŸkan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ˆ์ ํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ุฒุฌ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lepkavรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lepivรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฒ˜็จ ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ lepljiv

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ klรญstrandi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐะฑั‹ัา›ะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒ˜แƒžแƒ˜แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yapฤฑลŸqan

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pegajoso

Etymology

The term 'glutinous' originates from the Latin word 'glutinous,' which derives from 'gluten,' meaning glue or gelatin. In the culinary context, the word is often used to describe rice varieties that have a high starch content, resulting in a sticky texture when cooked. This texture is pivotal in many traditional dishes, especially in Asian cuisines, where glutinous rice is a staple. Over time, the use of 'glutinous' has expanded beyond food to describe anything that has a sticky or viscous quality. Despite its connection to gluten, the term does not necessarily imply the presence of wheat gluten, as glutinous rice is gluten-free, appealing to various dietary needs.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,066, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.