DEXTRIN


Meaning of DEXTRIN in English

[ 'dɛkstrɪn ]

■ noun a soluble gummy substance obtained by hydrolysis of starch, used as a thickening agent and in adhesives and dietary supplements.

Origin

C19: from dextro- + -in 1 .

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