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lecithin

 

[ หˆlษ›sษชฮธษชn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

food additive

Lecithin is a phospholipid substance that is derived from plants or animal sources. It is commonly used as an emulsifier in the food industry, helping to blend ingredients that typically do not mix well, such as oil and water. Lecithin can also be found in various dietary supplements, valued for its potential health benefits, including supporting brain health and reducing cholesterol levels. Additionally, it is naturally present in certain foods, including egg yolks and soybeans.

Synonyms

additive, emulsifier, phosphatidylcholine

Examples of usage

  • The recipe calls for lecithin to improve the texture of the batter.
  • Many chocolate manufacturers use lecithin as a stabilizer.
  • Lecithin supplements are popular among those looking to enhance their cognitive function.

Translations

Translations of the word "lecithin" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น lecitina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเฅ‡เคธเคฟเคฅเคฟเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Lecithin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lesitin

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปะตั†ะธั‚ะธะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ lecytyna

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฌใ‚ทใƒใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lรฉcithine

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lecitina

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท lesitin

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ ˆ์‹œํ‹ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ูŠุณูŠุซูŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lecitin

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lecitรญn

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅต็ฃท่„‚

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ lecitin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lesitรญn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะปะตั†ะธั‚ะธะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒ”แƒกแƒ˜แƒขแƒ˜แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lesitin

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lecitina

Etymology

The term 'lecithin' comes from the Greek word 'lekithos,' which means egg yolk. The substance was first identified in egg yolk in the mid-19th century by the French chemist Theodore Gobley in 1846. He discovered that lecithin is a fatty substance that can be extracted and used for various applications. Over the years, lecithin has gained prominence, particularly in the food industry, as its emulsifying properties became highly valued for producing smooth and stable food products. As demands for healthier food options increased, lecithin was also studied for its potential health benefits, leading to its incorporation into dietary supplements and health foods.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,516, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.