glycerin

noun

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

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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 It’s packed with green tea extract and Vitamin E to help protect against free radical damage, while glycerin helps to lock in moisture and promote bouncy, dewy skin. Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2026 Thanks to coconut oil and glycerin as its main ingredients, this formula is also a top-notch detangler. 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 18 Mar. 2026.

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glycerin

noun
glyc·​er·​in
variants or glycerine

Medical Definition

glycerin

noun
glyc·​er·​in
variants or glycerine

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