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gluten

Pronunciation: /ˈgluːt(ə)n/
Definition of gluten

noun

[mass noun]
  • a mixture of two proteins present in cereal grains, especially wheat, which is responsible for the elastic texture of dough.

Origin:

late 16th century (originally denoting protein from animal tissue): via French from Latin, literally 'glue'

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