glycerin

noun

glyc·​er·​in ˈgli-s(ə-)rən 

variants or glycerine

: glycerol

Examples of glycerin in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Besides the brand’s proprietary Ceramide Skin Complex, which features encapsulated ceramides (that immediately burst and melt into your skin upon contact), glycerin and shea butter also help attract and lock in moisture. — Sarah Han, Allure, 24 Sep. 2026

Look for products with a mix of humectants, like hyaluronic acid and glycerin; emollients like ceramides and squalane; and occlusives like petroleum jelly. — Lindy Segal, Glamour, 22 Sep. 2026

Apply a nourishing hand cream with ceramides, glycerin and hyaluronic acid after your cuticle oil — and after washing your hands, as soap and warm water can sap moisture from the skin. — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 18 Sep. 2026

The serum also contains hyaluronic and glycerin, which keep mature skin hydrated and reduce the look of fine lines. — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

French glycérine, from Greek glykeros sweet; akin to Greek glykys

First Known Use

1830, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for glycerin

• glycerine
• nitroglycerin
• nitroglycerine

Kids Definition

glycerin

noun

glyc·​er·​in

variants or glycerine

ˈglis-(ə-)rən 

: glycerol

Medical Definition

glycerin

noun

glyc·​er·​in

variants or glycerine

ˈglis-(ə-)rən 

: glycerol