glycerin

noun

glyc·​er·​in ˈgli-s(ə-)rən 

variants or glycerine

: glycerol

Examples of glycerin in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Plus glycerin, panthenol, madecassoside, and camellia sinensis leaf extract only bolster these effects. — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 8 Sep. 2026

That copper complex is also responsible for the formula’s distinctive blue hue, while glycerin and two forms of hyaluronic acid draw in moisture for an immediate plumping effect. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Sep. 2026

The luminous product adds a dewy finish to your skin while also replenishing moisture, thanks to a combination of shea butter and glycerin. — Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2026

In addition to the plumping voluform, the masks also include hyaluronic acid, collagen, and glycerin. — Essence Wiley, InStyle, 26 Aug. 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