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Glycerin: meaning, definitions and examples

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glycerin

 

[ หˆษกlษชsษ™หŒrษชn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

chemical compound

Glycerin, also known as glycerol, is a colorless, odorless, viscous liquid that is widely used in pharmaceutical formulations, food products, and cosmetics. It is a sweet-tasting humectant that attracts moisture and helps retain it, making it a valuable ingredient in various applications. Glycerin is derived from the hydrolysis or transesterification of fats and oils. In the laboratory, it is often utilized in the preparation of gel solutions and as a solvent for compounds that require a non-toxic medium.

Synonyms

1,2,3-propanetriol, glycerol, propane-1,2,3-triol

Examples of usage

  • Glycerin in skincare products enhances moisture retention.
  • Many food items contain glycerin as a sweetener.
  • Pharmaceuticals often utilize glycerin for its syrupy consistency.

Translations

Translations of the word "glycerin" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น glicerina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅเคฒเคฟเคธเคฐเฅ€เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Glycerin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gliserin

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะปั–ั†ะตั€ะธะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gliceryna

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฐใƒชใ‚ปใƒชใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท glycรฉrine

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ glicerina

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gliserin

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ธ€๋ฆฌ์„ธ๋ฆฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌู„ุณุฑูŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ glycerin

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ glycerรญn

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็”˜ๆฒน

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ glicerol

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ glycerรญn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณะปั–ั†ะตั€ะธะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒšแƒ˜แƒชแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qliserin

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ glicerina

Etymology

The word 'glycerin' comes from the Greek word 'glykys' meaning 'sweet', due to its sweet taste. It was first isolated in the late 18th century by the Swedish chemist Karl Wilhelm Scheele during his experiments with soap-making. The compound was recognized for its unique properties and was later named glycerol. Its widespread applications in diverse fields emerged by the 19th century, particularly with the development of the food and pharmaceutical industries. Glycerin's non-toxic nature and ability to retain moisture made it particularly popular as a humectant and preservative. Glycerin's use has expanded over the years, making it a common substance in biochemistry and cosmetic formulations.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,527, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.