glycerin

noun

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

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Alongside ceramides, glycerin draws moisture into the skin, while panax ginseng root extract provides antioxidant support and calms irritation. Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 Mar. 2026 For a steak that glistens, brush on some vegetable glycerin. Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Mar. 2026 This one contains AHAs, volcanic pumice, and glycerin for a mix of physical and chemical exfoliation that leaves the skin smooth, soft, and glowy. Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 12 Mar. 2026 Referring to it as a universal leave-in, the clean formula features a blend of roucou oil, vitamin B5, glycerin, and sunflower seed oil to impart impossibly soft-to-the-touch lengths. Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2026 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 24 Mar. 2026.

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glycerin

noun
glyc·​er·​in
variants or glycerine

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glycerin

noun
glyc·​er·​in
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