algin
algin · algins
Any of various gelatinous gums, derivatives of alginic acid, derived from marine brown…Any of various gelatinous gums, derivatives of alginic acid, derived from marine brown algae and used especially as emulsifiers or thickeners.
/ˈæl.dʒɪn/
Meaning
1 sensesAny of various gelatinous gums, derivatives of alginic acid, derived from marine brown algae and used especially as emulsifiers or thickeners.
More definitions
- a gum used especially as a thickener or emulsifier
Translations
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