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glutoid

noun
glu·​toid | \ ˈglüˌtȯid\
plural -s

Definition of glutoid

: gelatin hardened with formaldehyde and used in making enteric capsules and as a coating for enteric pills

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History and Etymology for glutoid

International Scientific Vocabulary glut- (from gluten) + -oid

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