glyceryl
noun
glyc·er·yl
ˈgli-s(ə-)rəl 
: a radical derived from glycerol by removal of hydroxide
especially
: a trivalent radical CH2CHCH2
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Which skin-care ingredients are thought to increase aquaporin production?
Dr. Lal, says glyceryl glucoside is one of the most promising ingredients for boosting aquaporin production in skin cells.
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Marisa Petrarca, Allure, 6 Sep. 2023
Doctor Boondas had prescribed glyceryl trinitrate for Willy.
—Diane Williams, Harper's magazine, 28 Oct. 2019
Marisa Petrarca, Allure, 6 Sep. 2023
Doctor Boondas had prescribed glyceryl trinitrate for Willy.
—Diane Williams, Harper's magazine, 28 Oct. 2019
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First Known Use
1845, in the meaning defined above
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glyceryl
noun
glyc·er·yl
ˈglis-(ə-)rəl
: a radical derived from glycerol by removal of hydroxide
especially
: a trivalent radical CH2CHCH2
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