glycerin

noun

glyc·​er·​in ˈgli-s(ə-)rən How to pronounce glycerin (audio)
variants or glycerine

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Best of all, this mist works double duty, adding hydration to hair with nourishing ingredients like aloe vera and glycerin. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025 The lightweight texture contains a skin-nourishing combo of shea butter and glycerin, which is great for softening and hydrating the skin, says makeup artist Ehman. Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 27 Feb. 2025 Plus, its soothing formula—which is soap-free, meaning no harsh surfactants of any kind in this formula—is enriched with moisturizing glycerin. Lauren Dana Ellman, Allure, 15 Feb. 2025 The glycerin will help thicken the water a bit and allow the glitter to fall at a soft, gentle pace. Tessa Cooper, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for glycerin

Word History

Etymology

French glycérine, from Greek glykeros sweet; akin to Greek glykys

First Known Use

1830, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of glycerin was in 1830

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“Glycerin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glycerin. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.

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glycerin

noun
glyc·​er·​in
variants or glycerine

Medical Definition

glycerin

noun
glyc·​er·​in
variants or glycerine

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