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pectin

Syllabification: (pec·tin)
Pronunciation: /ˈpektin/
Definition of pectin

noun

  • a soluble gelatinous polysaccharide that is present in ripe fruits and is extracted for use as a setting agent in jams and jellies.

Derivatives

pectic

Pronunciation: /ˈpektik/
adjective

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Greek pektos 'congealed' (from pēgnuein 'make solid') + -in1

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Definition of pectin in the British & World English dictionary

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