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saccharin

Pronunciation: /ˈsakərɪn/

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Definition of saccharin

noun

[mass noun]

a sweet-tasting synthetic compound used in food and drink as a substitute for sugar: [as modifier]:saccharin tablets
- Alternative name: o-sulphobenzoic imide; chemical formula: C₇H₅NO₃S

Origin:

late 19th century: from modern Latin saccharum 'sugar'+ -in¹

Spelling help

Saccharin is spelled without an e when it is used as a noun meaning 'an artificial sweetener', but it should be spelled with an e when used as an adjective meaning 'too sentimental' (saccharine music).